Nostalgia for the Light (2010)

Astronomers and Archaeologists - Two sides of the same coin

Nostalgia for the Light (2010) poster

In Chile's Atacama Desert, astronomers peer deep into the cosmos in search for answers concerning the origins of life. Nearby, a group of women sift through the sand searching for body parts of loved ones, dumped unceremoniously by Pinochet's regime.

Director: Patricio Guzmán
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 93 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Miguel Miranda, José Miguel Tobar
Cinematography: Katell Djian
Editing: Emmanuelle Joly, Patricio Guzmán
Production: Blinker Filmproduktion, Atacama Productions, Cronomedia, WDR
Country: Chile, France, Germany
Language: English, Español
Original Language: es

Keywords

chile, astronomer, genocide, desert, astronomy, archeology, political prisoners

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nostalgia for the Light about?
In Chile's Atacama Desert, astronomers peer deep into the cosmos in search for answers concerning the origins of life. Nearby, a group of women sift through the sand searching for body parts of loved ones, dumped unceremoniously by Pinochet's regime.
Who directed Nostalgia for the Light?
Nostalgia for the Light was directed by Patricio Guzmán.
Who stars in Nostalgia for the Light?
Nostalgia for the Light stars Gaspar Galaz, Lautaro Núñez, Luís Henríquez, Miguel, Victor Gonzalez, Vicky Saaveda.
How long is Nostalgia for the Light?
Nostalgia for the Light has a runtime of 1h 33m (93 minutes).
What genre is Nostalgia for the Light?
Nostalgia for the Light is a Documentary film.
Where was Nostalgia for the Light produced?
Nostalgia for the Light was produced in Chile, France, Germany.