The film "Allende en su Laberinto" directed by Miguel Littin describes the playout of September 11, 1973, the day the Chilean government and socialist President was overthrown by the Chilean military with the help of the U.S. government. This historic film focuses on putting Allende Salvador, the President of Chile during this time, in a good light, convincing the audience of what a true patriot he was. The film depicts this political figure as a man who truly cares for his people, refusing to step down and surrender to those attacking out of honor and nobility. The film also presents Allende as a man who is constantly looking out for what's best for Chile and its people as a whole, remaining loyal to it even the under brutal attack by an invasive military as well as a betraying government. The director's overall purpose for making this movie was to show the general public that Allende Salvador was actually a very courageous and well-respected leader. In the past, Miguel Littin has achieved and been nominated for a variety of different awards from film festivals around the world for films such as "Actas de Marusia" and "Acta General de Chile" both of which revolve around Chilean history, similar to that of "Allende en su Laberinto". Miguel Littin is also a native to Chile, born in Palmilla, Colchagua, VI Region, Chile in 1942. Having directed historic movies in the past and being from Chile himself makes him perfectly qualified to direct a film such as "Allende en su Laberinto".
The entire plot of this film is primarily the rundown of what actually happened on September 11, 1973 in Chile. The film goes into great depth, moment to moment as to how Allende Salvador handles such an attack. The President on multiple occasions throughout is shown putting the needs of the people before his own, including refusing to leave the premises of the palace when the Chilean government had gotten word that bombings and attacks were going to ensue. After hearing this, instead of fleeing the country like his advisors had suggested, the President decided that the people would want him to stand tall and fight for the democracy they had faith in.
As previously stated, the director wanted to show Allende Salvador as a dedicated and strong leader, not willing to back down at the sight of fear. This interpretation is not openly said in the film, however, one discovers this theme in the way the President is portrayed and the choices he makes.. Director Miguel Littin may have been slightly biased in making this film. Littin, being from Chile, would want to show a powerful, strong leader as the face of Chile, making the U.S. out to be ruthless villains. This film is also strictly through the perspective of the Chilean government, and if this had been American made, the views and roles of each character may have shifted slightly. As part of being slightly biased, the question as to how Allende Salvador dies is up for speculation. In the film it seems as though he is killed by the invading forces, however, the autopsy suggests that Allende may have actually committed suicide.
Other films about Allende Salvador and the history discussed throughout include the movie, "Salvador Allende" directed by Patricio Guzman. "Salvador Allende" is a historic biography that goes in depth on the life of Allende as well as the events of September 11, 1973. Both of these movies contain mass amounts of Chilean patriotism and a love for their fallen leader. The directors show the President as a strong figure who remains courageous even in times of disaster. All in all, this film is simply okay. The acting at times can be slightly overdone and dramatic, taking away from the quality of this film. Some scenes also entailed overdone effects which distracted from the story line. The directing and filmmaking as whole, however, was quite quite good. Littin made the lighting of this film contain a very dark and grayish feel which aided in creating the somber, eerie vibe. Some scenes were also given no sound to help aid in this overall feel. Overall, I would rate this film a 5.5 out of 10. It may have been slightly boring at times but also contained accurate historic information and was quite informative.
The entire plot of this film is primarily the rundown of what actually happened on September 11, 1973 in Chile. The film goes into great depth, moment to moment as to how Allende Salvador handles such an attack. The President on multiple occasions throughout is shown putting the needs of the people before his own, including refusing to leave the premises of the palace when the Chilean government had gotten word that bombings and attacks were going to ensue. After hearing this, instead of fleeing the country like his advisors had suggested, the President decided that the people would want him to stand tall and fight for the democracy they had faith in.
As previously stated, the director wanted to show Allende Salvador as a dedicated and strong leader, not willing to back down at the sight of fear. This interpretation is not openly said in the film, however, one discovers this theme in the way the President is portrayed and the choices he makes.. Director Miguel Littin may have been slightly biased in making this film. Littin, being from Chile, would want to show a powerful, strong leader as the face of Chile, making the U.S. out to be ruthless villains. This film is also strictly through the perspective of the Chilean government, and if this had been American made, the views and roles of each character may have shifted slightly. As part of being slightly biased, the question as to how Allende Salvador dies is up for speculation. In the film it seems as though he is killed by the invading forces, however, the autopsy suggests that Allende may have actually committed suicide.
Other films about Allende Salvador and the history discussed throughout include the movie, "Salvador Allende" directed by Patricio Guzman. "Salvador Allende" is a historic biography that goes in depth on the life of Allende as well as the events of September 11, 1973. Both of these movies contain mass amounts of Chilean patriotism and a love for their fallen leader. The directors show the President as a strong figure who remains courageous even in times of disaster. All in all, this film is simply okay. The acting at times can be slightly overdone and dramatic, taking away from the quality of this film. Some scenes also entailed overdone effects which distracted from the story line. The directing and filmmaking as whole, however, was quite quite good. Littin made the lighting of this film contain a very dark and grayish feel which aided in creating the somber, eerie vibe. Some scenes were also given no sound to help aid in this overall feel. Overall, I would rate this film a 5.5 out of 10. It may have been slightly boring at times but also contained accurate historic information and was quite informative.