Latin America, Part II: Its History, Economy and Politics
odd: label: General
content: Local Number: HSFA 1993.24.25
name: label: Collection Creator
content: University of California (System). Extension Media Center
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content: University of California Extension Media Center (EMC) film collection
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content: Film reels (black-and-white sound; 1,170 feet)
unitdate: label: Date
content: 1963
dataSource: label: Archival Repository
content: Human Studies Film Archives
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content: Archival materials
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content: Film reels
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content: Edited film presents brief histories of various Latin American countries beginning with Columbus' discovery of the New World. Focus is on the political vacuum left by Spain after 300 years of autocratic rule, the role of the Catholic church, the disparity between the rich and poor, and the backwardness of the countryside in contrast to the power and modernity of the cities. Mexico is singled out as a success story with its literacy campaign and land reform projects. Scenes include: ritual dance by the Aymara in Bolivia; pagan rites conducted on church steps in Guatemala; political rally in Buenos Aires, Brazil; election in Brazil; and centenial celebration in Mexico.

Legacy Keywords: Beveridge, James film producer ; South America