Venezuela from Below
Synopsis
In the film “Venezuela from Below,” the true actors in the social process are able to speak: the grassroots. After an introduction by philosopher Carlos Lazo, workers from the oil company PDVSA in Puerto La Cruz report how in 2002/2003 they protected the refinery from breaking down during the oil sabotage, which was pawned off as a strike, and how they were able to reinstate oil production. Several farmers from a newly founded cooperative in Aragua report on their process of self organization, on the literacy campaign, and how things should continue. A women’s bank project in Miranda and several loan recipients from Caracas’ disadvantaged district, 23 de Enero, present their projects. Indígena community members near the Orinoco river in Bolívar speak about how their demands and struggles are reflected in the constitution and what has changed for them. (and more!)
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Oliver Ressler, Dario Azzellini
- Original Title
- Venezuela from Below
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 7m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Oliver Ressler, Dario Azzellini
Department Leadership Roster
Oliver Ressler
Director
Dario Azzellini
Director
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What is Venezuela from Below about?
In the film “Venezuela from Below,” the true actors in the social process are able to speak: the grassroots. After an introduction by philosopher Carlos Lazo, workers from the oil company PDVSA in Puerto La Cruz report how in 2002/2003 they protected the refinery from breaking down during the oil sabotage, which was pawned off as a strike, and how they were able to reinstate oil production. Several farmers from a newly founded cooperative in Aragua report on their process of self organization, on the literacy campaign, and how things should continue. A women’s bank project in Miranda and several loan recipients from Caracas’ disadvantaged district, 23 de Enero, present their projects. Indígena community members near the Orinoco river in Bolívar speak about how their demands and struggles are reflected in the constitution and what has changed for them. (and more!)
Who directed Venezuela from Below?
Venezuela from Below was directed by Oliver Ressler, Dario Azzellini.
Who stars in Venezuela from Below?
The principal cast of Venezuela from Below includes Not specified.
When was Venezuela from Below released and how long is it?
Venezuela from Below was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 1h 7m.