Primera

Documentary - 2021 - Chile - Spanish, English - 96 minutes

Primera is an exhilarating depiction of how activism really can make a difference. In  October,  2019, students in  in Santiago, Chile protested the  government's increase in the fare for public transportation.  Their movement (think Tianemen Square) caught the attention of the nation and galvanized thousands of people from all walks of life to take to the streets to fight against laws that had exacerbated class inequality for generations.  After a year, the activists triumphed and in the historic plebiscite a new constitution was drafted. With unprecedented access, and unfolding at the pace of a real life political thriller, this film is unforgettable.

Official Selection: Tribeca 2021