Puerto Rico

A sober, information-dense essay film that feels like a history lecture with a political edge, rewarding close attention.

Directed by

Fernando Pérez, Jesús Díaz

Genres

Documentary

Overview

Presents a socio-economic analysis of present day Puerto Rico. Uses archival footage, re-enactments of historic events, and interviews with participants to recount the long history of U.S. involvement in Puerto Rico and the anti-colonial struggle.

How it feels

Earnest, melancholic and tense. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Colonialism, politics, power, class

Content

Mild violence, gore and language. No sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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