From the Ashes: Nicaragua Today
De las Cenizas… Nicarágua Hoy
Synopsis
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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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 7, 1982
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Helena Solberg
- Screenplay & Story
- Saul Landau
- Original Score
- Carlos Mejia Godoy
- Original Title
- De las Cenizas… Nicarágua Hoy
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, Nicaragua
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- International Women's Film Project, Radiante Filmes
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Helena Solberg
Saul Landau
Carlos Mejia Godoy
Melanie Maholick
Department Leadership Roster
Melanie Maholick
Editor
Saul Landau
Writer
Helena Solberg
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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What is From the Ashes: Nicaragua Today about?
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.
Who directed From the Ashes: Nicaragua Today?
From the Ashes: Nicaragua Today was directed by Helena Solberg.
Who stars in From the Ashes: Nicaragua Today?
The principal cast of From the Ashes: Nicaragua Today includes Helena Solberg.
When was From the Ashes: Nicaragua Today released and how long is it?
From the Ashes: Nicaragua Today was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for From the Ashes: Nicaragua Today?
The original motion picture soundtrack for From the Ashes: Nicaragua Today was composed by Carlos Mejia Godoy.