Explore the hidden aspects and alternative narratives of American history, examining the impacts of imperialism, the Cold War, and political controversies.
From inside history's biggest empire, host Abby Martin records a world shaped by war & inequality, and explores the U.S. Empire, its rise to world hegemony and its impact on people and the planet.
The Hour of the Furnaces is a documentary film that delves into the history of Argentina, focusing on the social and political oppression faced by its people during the 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s. It examines various topics such as oligarchy, coup d'état, Peronism, adult illiteracy, and the influence of the United States. The film also explores the effects of neocolonialism, anti-colonial resistance, and the struggles of the working class and peasants. Through interviews, archival footage, and powerful imagery, The Hour of the Furnaces serves as a scathing critique of capitalism and aims to inspire solidarity and social change.
Xala is a satire comedy set in Senegal, focusing on a wealthy businessman named El Hadji who is struck with impotence on the night of his marriage to his third wife. The film explores themes of colonialism, neocolonialism, and corruption as El Hadji's impotence becomes a metaphor for the impotence of post-colonial African nations.
Statues Also Die is an essay film that explores the cultural significance and controversial history of African art and statues. It delves into topics such as neocolonialism, post-colonialism, racism, and the impact of art in African society. The film uses unsynchronized sound and a mix of archival footage and interviews to provide a thought-provoking examination of the subject.
An international oil company comes into conflict with a Mexican ranch owner who refuses to sell his land, resorting to a devious scheme to try to take over the property.
The Haitian government decides to develop a tourist project in the forgotten island of Île-à-Vache, an unexploited paradise in the Caribbean. What seems an opportunity for profit and common wealth becomes a nightmare for its people
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