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Chavez is a documentary based on the public and political life of the Venezuelan Ex-President from the day of the rebellion he commanded on February 4th, 1992 until his death on March 2013. Aimed primarily to the understanding of international audiences, the documentary presents the ideological origins of Hugo Chavez which led him to challenge the political schemes in Venezuela during the early 90s. His rise to the presidency in 1999, his opponents’ obstacles leading to the coup d’état in 2002 which ended with his return to Caracas supported by the low-class Venezuelan society. 00:00 The public and political life of Hugo Chavez 00:27 The objectives of the socialist model in the capital city were not achieved 12:54 Venezuelan President calls for calm and urges citizens to return home amidst suspension of lawmakers 23:32 The speaker discusses the importance of cultural revolution 32:36 Hugo Chavez's efforts for peace in Colombia and his exceptional character 45:45 People expressing gratitude and commitment to continue his revolution Director : Luis Castro

Paraísos de Centroamérica - Nicaragua, el paraíso del agua http://www.rtve.es/alacarta/videos/paraisos-en-centroamerica/paraisos-centroamerica-nicaragua-paraiso-del-agua/1528760/ Documental sobre Nicaragua, que reúne la belleza de ciudades coloniales como León y Granada y el exotismo caribeño de Bluefields, las islas del lago de Nicaragua, las playas de san Juan del sur, las montañas de Esteli o el mar de Bluefields. No hay una sola Nicaragua, sino muchas y en todas está presente el agua, contagiando al país de una sensación de calma idílica que contrasta con los recientes avatares históricos. This video is being posted for archival purposes only. Its content is preserved to maintain a historical record and provide access for future reference and research. Please note that this video may contain information, views, or expressions that are reflective of the time it was originally recorded and may not align with current standards or perspectives. The inclusion of this video in our archives does not imply endorsement or agreement with the content presented. Additionally, this video may be protected by copyright law. It is provided here under fair use for educational, non-commercial, and historical preservation purposes. If you are a copyright holder and believe this video should not be archived in this manner, please contact us to discuss the matter.

Tierra Mia Nicaragua", un recorrido virtual por nuestra Nicaraguita, departamento por Departamento. Recuerda nuestros personajes, nuestros paisajes, costumbres, comidas y fiestas patronales. Regresa a tu Nicaragua a traves de este video. This video is being posted for archival purposes only. Its content is preserved to maintain a historical record and provide access for future reference and research. Please note that this video may contain information, views, or expressions that are reflective of the time it was originally recorded and may not align with current standards or perspectives. The inclusion of this video in our archives does not imply endorsement or agreement with the content presented. Additionally, this video may be protected by copyright law. It is provided here under fair use for educational, non-commercial, and historical preservation purposes. If you are a copyright holder and believe this video should not be archived in this manner, please contact us to discuss the matter.

The Corporation (2003) "The Corporation" is a documentary film that critically examines the nature and impact of corporations on society and the world. Directed by Mark Achbar and Jennifer Abbott, and based on the book by Joel Bakan, the film explores the legal and ethical dimensions of corporations as entities with legal rights and responsibilities. It delves into issues such as corporate power, environmental impact, labor practices, and the influence of corporations on politics and culture. Through interviews with corporate insiders, activists, and scholars, "The Corporation" presents a compelling analysis of the role and behavior of modern corporations in the globalized world. Uploaded for archival reasons only. All rights to the original content belong to the copyright holders.

Exctract from Zeitgeist: Addendum featuring "ecomomic hitman" John Perkins. This video is being posted for archival purposes only. Its content is preserved to maintain a historical record and provide access for future reference and research. Please note that this video may contain information, views, or expressions that are reflective of the time it was originally recorded and may not align with current standards or perspectives. The inclusion of this video in our archives does not imply endorsement or agreement with the content presented. Additionally, this video may be protected by copyright law. It is provided here under fair use for educational, non-commercial, and historical preservation purposes. If you are a copyright holder and believe this video should not be archived in this manner, please contact us to discuss the matter.

John Pilger - The War on Democracy (2007) "The War on Democracy" is a documentary film by John Pilger that explores the United States' interventions in Latin America and their impact on democracy in the region. Pilger examines historical events and interviews key figures to uncover how U.S. foreign policy has influenced political developments in countries such as Chile, Venezuela, and Bolivia. The film criticizes U.S. support for authoritarian regimes and covert operations aimed at undermining democratically elected governments. Through archival footage and insightful analysis, Pilger presents a thought-provoking perspective on imperialism, democracy, and global politics. Uploaded for archival reasons only. All rights to the original content belong to the copyright holders.

The Battle of Chile Part 1: The Insurrection of the Bourgeoisie (1975) "The Battle of Chile Part 1: The Insurrection of the Bourgeoisie" is a documentary directed by Patricio Guzmán. It chronicles the political tensions and societal upheavals in Chile during the early 1970s, culminating in the 1973 military coup d'état that overthrew President Salvador Allende's socialist government. The film captures the opposition from the wealthy elites, business interests, and conservative forces who mobilized against Allende's reforms. Through interviews, newsreel footage, and observational filmmaking, Guzmán provides a detailed account of the events leading to the coup and the subsequent political turmoil in Chile. Uploaded for archival reasons only. All rights to the original content belong to the copyright holders.

The War on Cuba, gives an inside look on the effects of U.S. sanctions on Cuban people. This video is being posted for archival purposes only. Its content is preserved to maintain a historical record and provide access for future reference and research. Please note that this video may contain information, views, or expressions that are reflective of the time it was originally recorded and may not align with current standards or perspectives. The inclusion of this video in our archives does not imply endorsement or agreement with the content presented. Additionally, this video may be protected by copyright law. It is provided here under fair use for educational, non-commercial, and historical preservation purposes. If you are a copyright holder and believe this video should not be archived in this manner, please contact us to discuss the matter. Thank you for understanding the importance of preserving historical records.

CUBA: Defending Socialism, Resisting Imperialism (2010) This documentary examines Cuba's political and economic system, focusing on its socialist ideology and the challenges posed by external pressures, particularly from the United States. Directed by an unknown filmmaker, the film likely explores Cuba's efforts to maintain its socialist principles amidst ongoing economic hardships and international isolation. It likely discusses Cuba's historical context, including its revolution, Fidel Castro's leadership, and the impact of the U.S. embargo. The documentary provides insights into Cuba's resilience in defending its socialist ideals and resisting external pressures. Uploaded for archival reasons only. All rights to the original content belong to the copyright holders.

Documentary made about the intervention in Nicaragua. June, 2022

During 1988, I participated in an international health conference in Nicaragua. At the time, I was studying public health at UCLA and taking an ethnographic film course as part of my MA in Latin American Studies. This footage was shot during a 5-day trip. I sent the video to 18 swing-vote U.S. congressmen before a major vote on renewed military aid to the contras who were trying to overthrow the Sandinista government. That vote failed, though I never heard from any of the congress-people. The video eventually aired on WTTV, a PBS affiliate in Chicago. This video is being posted for archival purposes only. Its content is preserved to maintain a historical record and provide access for future reference and research. Please note that this video may contain information, views, or expressions that are reflective of the time it was originally recorded and may not align with current standards or perspectives. The inclusion of this video in our archives does not imply endorsement or agreement with the content presented. Additionally, this video may be protected by copyright law. It is provided here under fair use for educational, non-commercial, and historical preservation purposes. If you are a copyright holder and believe this video should not be archived in this manner, please contact us to discuss the matter. Thank you for understanding the importance of preserving historical records.

En julio de 1979, el periodista chileno Francisco Herrero se dirigía a Puerto Rico para cubrir los Juegos Panamericanos. Sin embargo, lo que en un comienzo sería una breve "pasadita" a Nicaragua para captar los movimientos de la revolución sandinista, se terminó convirtiendo en un registro histórico sobre la interna del proceso. 40 años después, CHV Noticias y CNN Chile estrenan por primera vez este material censurado por la dictadura chilena. This video is being posted for archival purposes only. Its content is preserved to maintain a historical record and provide access for future reference and research. Please note that this video may contain information, views, or expressions that are reflective of the time it was originally recorded and may not align with current standards or perspectives. The inclusion of this video in our archives does not imply endorsement or agreement with the content presented. Additionally, this video may be protected by copyright law. It is provided here under fair use for educational, non-commercial, and historical preservation purposes. If you are a copyright holder and believe this video should not be archived in this manner, please contact us to discuss the matter. Thank you for understanding the importance of preserving historical records.

En julio de 1979, el periodista chileno Francisco Herrero se dirigía a Puerto Rico para cubrir los Juegos Panamericanos. Sin embargo, lo que en un comienzo sería una breve "pasadita" a Nicaragua para captar los movimientos de la revolución sandinista, se terminó convirtiendo en un registro histórico sobre la interna del proceso. 40 años después, CHV Noticias y CNN Chile estrenan por primera vez este material censurado por la dictadura chilena. This video is being posted for archival purposes only. Its content is preserved to maintain a historical record and provide access for future reference and research. Please note that this video may contain information, views, or expressions that are reflective of the time it was originally recorded and may not align with current standards or perspectives. The inclusion of this video in our archives does not imply endorsement or agreement with the content presented. Additionally, this video may be protected by copyright law. It is provided here under fair use for educational, non-commercial, and historical preservation purposes. If you are a copyright holder and believe this video should not be archived in this manner, please contact us to discuss the matter. Thank you for understanding the importance of preserving historical records.

A historical account of Nicaragua: US interventions in Latin America in the 20th century; the Somoza family's dictatorship from 1936 to 1979; the Sandinista revolution in 1979 resulting in social improvements (building, literacy, health, farming, nutrition); the subsequent backlash from the Contras backed by USA. This video is being posted for archival purposes only. Its content is preserved to maintain a historical record and provide access for future reference and research. Please note that this video may contain information, views, or expressions that are reflective of the time it was originally recorded and may not align with current standards or perspectives. The inclusion of this video in our archives does not imply endorsement or agreement with the content presented. Additionally, this video may be protected by copyright law. It is provided here under fair use for educational, non-commercial, and historical preservation purposes. If you are a copyright holder and believe this video should not be archived in this manner, please contact us to discuss the matter. Thank you for understanding the importance of preserving historical records.

Vídeo con testimonios grabado en los años 80 durante los combates desarrollados por las tropas del Ejercito Popular Sandinista en las zonas montañosas de Estelí, Matagalpa, Jinotega, Boaco, Chontales, Zelaya y Nueva Segovia This video is being posted for archival purposes only. Its content is preserved to maintain a historical record and provide access for future reference and research. Please note that this video may contain information, views, or expressions that are reflective of the time it was originally recorded and may not align with current standards or perspectives. The inclusion of this video in our archives does not imply endorsement or agreement with the content presented. Additionally, this video may be protected by copyright law. It is provided here under fair use for educational, non-commercial, and historical preservation purposes. If you are a copyright holder and believe this video should not be archived in this manner, please contact us to discuss the matter. Thank you for understanding the importance of preserving historical records.

Documentary about a group of Americans who go to Nicaragua to learn about the conflict between the Contras and the Sandinistas. This video is being posted for archival purposes only. Its content is preserved to maintain a historical record and provide access for future reference and research. Please note that this video may contain information, views, or expressions that are reflective of the time it was originally recorded and may not align with current standards or perspectives. The inclusion of this video in our archives does not imply endorsement or agreement with the content presented. Additionally, this video may be protected by copyright law. It is provided here under fair use for educational, non-commercial, and historical preservation purposes. If you are a copyright holder and believe this video should not be archived in this manner, please contact us to discuss the matter. Thank you for understanding the importance of preserving historical records.

Documentary about the participation of a young Swiss couple in the Sandinista Revolution, along with other Europeans, and how, twenty years after his death, she returns to Nicaragua to put on a play at his grave.

Documentary from 2008 exploring the death of American engineer Ben Linder while working on a hydroelectric project for the Sandinista revolution. This video is being posted for archival purposes only. Its content is preserved to maintain a historical record and provide access for future reference and research. Please note that this video may contain information, views, or expressions that are reflective of the time it was originally recorded and may not align with current standards or perspectives. The inclusion of this video in our archives does not imply endorsement or agreement with the content presented. Additionally, this video may be protected by copyright law. It is provided here under fair use for educational, non-commercial, and historical preservation purposes. If you are a copyright holder and believe this video should not be archived in this manner, please contact us to discuss the matter. Thank you for understanding the importance of preserving historical records.

Documental realizado por la cineasta estadounidense Deborah Shaffer y basado en el libro autobiografico "La montaña es algo más que una inmensa estepa verde" del comandante sandinista Omar Cabezas, donde nos narra su lucha contra la dictadura somocista en Nicaragua desde la filas sandinistas. El video fue emitido sobre el año 1990 en el programa de debate de la segunda cadena de TVE "A traves del espejo" para ilustrar una tertulia en la que se analizaban los resultados de la revolucion sandinista. This video is being posted for archival purposes only. Its content is preserved to maintain a historical record and provide access for future reference and research. Please note that this video may contain information, views, or expressions that are reflective of the time it was originally recorded and may not align with current standards or perspectives. The inclusion of this video in our archives does not imply endorsement or agreement with the content presented. Additionally, this video may be protected by copyright law. It is provided here under fair use for educational, non-commercial, and historical preservation purposes. If you are a copyright holder and believe this video should not be archived in this manner, please contact us to discuss the matter. Thank you for understanding the importance of preserving historical records.

Después de 30 años del triunfo de la Revolución Popular Sandinista, un grupo de "internacionalistas" argentinos rememora su participación en aquella gesta. Para algunos la revolución sigue tan vigente como al principio, para otros sólo es el recuerdo de un pasado de militancia y sueños realizados. This video is being posted for archival purposes only. Its content is preserved to maintain a historical record and provide access for future reference and research. Please note that this video may contain information, views, or expressions that are reflective of the time it was originally recorded and may not align with current standards or perspectives. The inclusion of this video in our archives does not imply endorsement or agreement with the content presented. Additionally, this video may be protected by copyright law. It is provided here under fair use for educational, non-commercial, and historical preservation purposes. If you are a copyright holder and believe this video should not be archived in this manner, please contact us to discuss the matter. Thank you for understanding the importance of preserving historical records.

A Film by Susan Meiselas, Richard P. Rogers and Alfred Guzzetti In this lively, intellectually stimulating discourse on the power of images, renowned photographer Susan Meiselas returns to the scenes of a revolution she witnessed and captured with her camera. Richly suffused with context and color, PICTURES FROM A REVOLUTION catches up with the places and people behind Meiselas' iconic photographs of war-torn Nicaragua in the late 70's and 80's. Delving into the lives of guerillas, Sandinistas, and bystanders, scattered from Miami to Managua, a decade after they faced off in a bloody struggle, this artful film finds both disappointment and modest pride amidst still-fresh, stirring memories. Once photographed wielding contact bombs and marching in the streets, these incredible Nicaraguans now live much as they did before the revolutionary days. The stories behind the acclaimed photos will ignite a new understanding of social struggle while inviting reflection on the war photographer's complex relationship with her subjects. PICTURES FROM A REVOLUTION is also a smart, unvarnished tale of the evolution of images as they run headlong into popular culture and political agendas. "Rigorous, hard-hitting yet deeply personal and compassionate" (Los Angeles Times). *With this purchase comes a free streamable copy of REFRAMING HISTORY. In July 2004, for the 25th anniversary of the overthrow of Somoza, Susan returned to Nicaragua with nineteen mural-sized images of her photographs from 1978-1979, collaborating with local communities to create sites for collective memory. The project, "Reframing History," placed murals on public walls and in open spaces in the towns, at the sites where the photographs were originally made. THE DIRECTORS SUSAN MEISELAS is a documentary photographer who lives and works in New York. She is the author of CARNIVAL STRIPPERS (1976), NICARAGUA (1981), KURDISTAN: In the Shadow of History (1997), PANDORA'S BOX (2001), and ENCOUNTERS WITH THE DANI (2003). She has co-edited two published collections: EL SALVADOR Work of 30 Photographers (1983) and CHILE FROM WITHIN (1990), re-released as an e-book in 2013, and also co-directed two films: LIVING AT RISK (1985) and PICTURES FROM A REVOLUTION (1991) with Richard P. Rogers and Alfred Guzzetti. Meiselas is well known for her documentation of human rights issues in Latin America. Her photographs are included in American and international collections. In 1992 she was made a MacArthur Fellow and most recently was awarded a Guggenheim Fellowship (2015). RICHARD P. ROGERS (1944–2001) was a celebrated director and producer of (mostly nonfiction) films and a professor of still photography and filmmaking at Harvard University. Rogers’s appetite for knowledge took him from the jungles of Nicaragua to the fountains of Rome, from the bedrooms of colonial New England to the streets of working-class Albany, New York. His work focused on a range of topics from art and architecture to history and literature. Among his best known works are two long-form independent documentaries, LIVING AT RISK (1985) and PICTURES FROM A REVOLUTION (1991) with Susan Meiselas and Alfred Guzzetti; an award-winning portrait of WILLIAM CARLOS WILLIAMS, made for the PBS poetry series "Voices and Visions" (1986); two experimental autobiographical films ELEPHANTS and "226-1690," and the dramatic feature A MIDWIFE'S TALE. At Harvard he was mentor to a new generation of committed filmmakers, and under his directorship, the Film Study Center became an important catalyst for nonfiction production. ALFRED GUZZETTI'S work has shown in many venues, including the New York, Berlin, London, and Edinburgh film festivals, the Whitney Museum and MoMA. His documentaries include the feature-length FAMILY PORTRAIT SITTINGS (1975), the first in an autobiographical cycle that continued with SCENES FROM CHILDHOOD (1980), BEGINNING PIECES (1986), and TIME EXPOSURE (2012). Guzzetti collaborated with anthropologists Ákos Östör and Lina Fruzzetti on SEED AND EARTH (1994) and with Susan Meiselas and Richard Rogers on LIVING AT RISK and PICTURES FROM A REVOLUTION (1991). Guzzetti’s experimental work includes AIR (1971), THE TOWER OF INDUSTRIAL LIFE (2000), CALCUTTA INTERSECTION (2003), and STILL POINT (2009). In collaboration with composers Earl Kim, Ivan Tcherepnin, and Kurt Stallmann he has made visual elements for concert pieces and films, including Stallmann’s SONA (2005) and MOON CROSSINGS (2011). He and Stallmann created the multi-channel, multi-screen installation BREAKING EARTH (2008) and the recent TIME PRESENT (2013).

"Remembrance of Commander Chávez's visits to Nicaragua, a compilation of Con La Historia Nicaragua." This video is being posted for archival purposes only. Its content is preserved to maintain a historical record and provide access for future reference and research. Please note that this video may contain information, views, or expressions that are reflective of the time it was originally recorded and may not align with current standards or perspectives. The inclusion of this video in our archives does not imply endorsement or agreement with the content presented. Additionally, this video may be protected by copyright law. It is provided here under fair use for educational, non-commercial, and historical preservation purposes. If you are a copyright holder and believe this video should not be archived in this manner, please contact us to discuss the matter. Thank you for understanding the importance of preserving historical records.

Tierra Nuestra  recovers the historical memory of a topic of fundamental importance for Nicaragua: the struggle for land, considering the different production systems, starting with Spanish colonization until today. Because it was a period of great historical importance, it focuses on the successes and failures of the Sandinista agrarian reform, the role of women and the conflicts in the agricultural sector. And then, from the 1990s onwards, on the consequences of what was called the counter-agrarian reform. Finally, it invites a reflection on the current challenges of the peasant struggle and its role in promoting a new agriculture, agroecology, diversified and sustainable as a vehicle for the development of Nicaragua This video is being posted for archival purposes only. Its content is preserved to maintain a historical record and provide access for future reference and research. Please note that this video may contain information, views, or expressions that are reflective of the time it was originally recorded and may not align with current standards or perspectives. The inclusion of this video in our archives does not imply endorsement or agreement with the content presented. Additionally, this video may be protected by copyright law. It is provided here under fair use for educational, non-commercial, and historical preservation purposes. If you are a copyright holder and believe this video should not be archived in this manner, please contact us to discuss the matter. Thank you for understanding the importance of preserving historical records.

Daniel Kovalik is an American lawyer and Human Rights advocate who’s followed Nicaragua’s politics for the last 4 decades. 20 months after what was called the “April Crisis” he goes to Nicaragua to understand what really happened. “Kovalik helps cut through the Orwellian lies and dissembling which make so-called ‘humanitarian intervention possible.” - Oliver Stone This video is being posted for archival purposes only. Its content is preserved to maintain a historical record and provide access for future reference and research. Please note that this video may contain information, views, or expressions that are reflective of the time it was originally recorded and may not align with current standards or perspectives. The inclusion of this video in our archives does not imply endorsement or agreement with the content presented. Additionally, this video may be protected by copyright law. It is provided here under fair use for educational, non-commercial, and historical preservation purposes. If you are a copyright holder and believe this video should not be archived in this manner, please contact us to discuss the matter. Thank you for understanding the importance of preserving historical records.

American resort developers bear down on the wild west coast of Nicaragua, hoping to build the next tourist paradise. With lax labour and environmental regulations, some of the developers take full advantage of the situation, and the local fishermen start accusing them of exploitation and land thievery. Unexpectedly, in the midst of this conflict, firebrand Daniel Ortega and the Sandinistas sweep back into government, boldly empowering the local fishermen. The tables turn viciously on the American developers, who get much more than they bargained for. But when the local fishermen, corrupted by new found power, begin acting in the same manner as the American developers, questions are posed about human nature, morality, and ethics on a much larger scale. This video is being posted for archival purposes only. Its content is preserved to maintain a historical record and provide access for future reference and research. Please note that this video may contain information, views, or expressions that are reflective of the time it was originally recorded and may not align with current standards or perspectives. The inclusion of this video in our archives does not imply endorsement or agreement with the content presented. Additionally, this video may be protected by copyright law. It is provided here under fair use for educational, non-commercial, and historical preservation purposes. If you are a copyright holder and believe this video should not be archived in this manner, please contact us to discuss the matter. Thank you for understanding the importance of preserving historical records.