The Hour of the Furnaces
A documentary on the liberation struggle being waged throughout Latin America, using Argentina as a historical model. It combines new and old film footage to explain the history of Argentina and the wave of revolutionary fervor that swept many countries in Latin America. From the Spanish invaders to modern military concerns financed by foreign powers, this feature examines racism, social upheaval, native massacres and the precarious political situations that could change in the wake of revolutionary rebellion. This outstanding documentary launched the Third Cinema movement and put Latin American cinema on the international map. A documentary on the liberation struggle being waged throughout Latin America, using Argentina as a historical model. Originally produced in 1966-1968. 90 min. (In Spanish with subtitles)