The Abandoned Children (1975)

The Abandoned Children (1975) poster

Shot in 1974 by Danny Lyon and a single audio person, in twenty days in Santa Marta Colombia. The film shows the daily rhythms of a gang of boys who live on the city’s streets. Their survival skills and errant lifestyles are in evidence as they beg for scraps to eat, wheel and deal with storekeepers and street vendors, and play together.

Director: Danny Lyon
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 63 min
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Original Language: es
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Abandoned Children about?
Shot in 1974 by Danny Lyon and a single audio person, in twenty days in Santa Marta Colombia. The film shows the daily rhythms of a gang of boys who live on the city’s streets. Their survival skills and errant lifestyles are in evidence as they beg for scraps to eat, wheel and deal with storekeepers and street vendors, and play together.
Who directed The Abandoned Children?
The Abandoned Children was directed by Danny Lyon.
How long is The Abandoned Children?
The Abandoned Children has a runtime of 1h 3m (63 minutes).
What genre is The Abandoned Children?
The Abandoned Children is a Documentary film.