Comuna Engabao (2014)

Comuna Engabao (2014) poster

Can a commune survive in the 21st Century? Engabao, a fishing commune in Ecuador, has historically been a site of land struggle between inhabitants and wealthy businessmen that threaten to convert collective lands into private property. Three founding members of the commune share their life stories, from which we discover that the struggle to survive, both individually and collectively, is one and the same.

Director: Libertad Gills
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 52 min
Release Date:
Editing: Libertad Gills
Country: Ecuador
Language: Español
Original Language: es

Keywords

businessman, commune, fisherman, struggle for survival

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Comuna Engabao about?
Can a commune survive in the 21st Century? Engabao, a fishing commune in Ecuador, has historically been a site of land struggle between inhabitants and wealthy businessmen that threaten to convert collective lands into private property. Three founding members of the commune share their life stories, from which we discover that the struggle to survive, both individually and collectively, is one and the same.
Who directed Comuna Engabao?
Comuna Engabao was directed by Libertad Gills.
How long is Comuna Engabao?
Comuna Engabao has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
What genre is Comuna Engabao?
Comuna Engabao is a Documentary film.
Where was Comuna Engabao produced?
Comuna Engabao was produced in Ecuador.