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In this documentary portrait of post-revolutionary Nicaragua, director Helena Solberg follows the Chavarría family while examining the broader social and political changes following the 1979 overthrow of the Somoza dictatorship. Interweaving personal testimony with archival footage of U.S. intervention, revolutionary struggle, and national reform efforts, the film reflects on the hopes and tensions shaping the country’s future.
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How long is From the Ashes: Nicaragua Today?
From the Ashes: Nicaragua Today has a runtime of 1h (1 hour).
Who directed From the Ashes: Nicaragua Today?
From the Ashes: Nicaragua Today was directed by Helena Solberg and released in 1982.
What genre is From the Ashes: Nicaragua Today?
From the Ashes: Nicaragua Today is a Documentary film (1982).
Who stars in From the Ashes: Nicaragua Today?
The cast of From the Ashes: Nicaragua Today includes Helena Solberg.
