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The Hour of the Furnaces

The Hour of the Furnaces

Sep 30, 1968 · 4h 20m

Rated 6.9 out of 10

Director

Fernando E. Solanas, Octavio Getino

Overview

An impassioned three-part documentary of the liberation struggle waged throughout Latin America, using Argentina as a historical example of the imperialist exploitation of the continent. Part I: Neo-Colonialism and Violence is a historical, geographic, and economic analysis of Argentina. Part II: An Act For Liberation examines the ten-year reign of Juan Perón (1945-55) and the activities of the Peronist movement after his fall from power. Part III: Violence and Liberation studies the role of violence in the national liberation process and constitutes a call for action.

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About The Hour of the Furnaces

What is The Hour of the Furnaces about?

An impassioned three-part documentary of the liberation struggle waged throughout Latin America, using Argentina as a historical example of the imperialist exploitation of the continent. Part I: Neo-Colonialism and Violence is a historical, geographic, and economic analysis of Argentina. Part II: An Act For Liberation examines the ten-year reign of Juan Perón (1945-55) and the activities of the…

When was The Hour of the Furnaces released?

The Hour of the Furnaces was released on September 30, 1968.

How long is The Hour of the Furnaces?

The Hour of the Furnaces runs 4 hours 20 minutes (260 minutes).

Who directed The Hour of the Furnaces?

The Hour of the Furnaces was directed by Fernando E. Solanas and Octavio Getino.

Who is in the cast of The Hour of the Furnaces?

The cast of The Hour of the Furnaces includes María de la Paz (Narrator), Fernando E. Solanas (Narrator), Edgardo Suárez (Narrator), Juan Domingo Perón (Self (archive footage)) and Che Guevara (Self (archive footage)).

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