The Silence of Others

POV Season 32
  • Feature Film
  • 2019
  • 90 Mins

The Silence of Others reveals the epic struggle of victims of Spain’s 40-year dictatorship under General Franco as they continue to seek justice four decades into democracy. Filmed over six years, the film follows the survivors organizing the groundbreaking “Argentine Lawsuit” to fight a state-imposed amnesia of crimes against humanity, where the emotional court battle uncovers a country still divided over its fascist history. Shortlisted for Best Documentary Feature for the 91st Academy Awards. Winner, 2019 Goya Award for Best Documentary Film. A co-production of ITVS. Co-presented by Latino Public Broadcasting (LPB).

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Film Credits

  • Almudena Carracedo Director/Producermadeinla-almudena-carracedo-85x85.jpg
  • Robert Bahar Director/Producermadeinla-robert-bahar-85x85.jpg

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