Chronicle Of The Stolen Land

  • 9 10
  • 2021
  • 91min
Chronicle Of The Stolen Land
  • Original Title: Chronique De La Terre Volée

Slum dwellers write their way to land ownership, sharing personal stories that reveal the heart and history of the city.

Chronicle Of The Stolen Land
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Chronicle Of The Stolen Land - Caracas slum dwellers' life stories

In Caracas, a unique social initiative emerges as slum dwellers are encouraged to write their life stories to gain legal ownership of the land they inhabit. The documentary delves into the "Cartas del Barrio" program, inspired by a decree from President Hugo Chavez, which collects personal histories from residents.

These letters not only secure land titles but also capture the rich, diverse history of entire neighborhoods, providing a poignant, human portrait of the city's evolution.

Marie Dault
Marie Dault Director

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