Under Rich Earth


1h 32m 2008

Brief Synopsis

Since the 1990s, residents of Intag, one of the world's most environmentally threatened regions, have protested against foreign companies mining copper there. A Japanese company left after their camp was burned, but despite an ordinance banning mining in the area, the Ministry of Energy and Mines s

Film Details

Also Known As
Bajo Suelos Ricos
Genre
Documentary
Foreign
Political
Release Date
2008

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 32m

Synopsis

Since the 1990s, residents of Intag, one of the world's most environmentally threatened regions, have protested against foreign companies mining copper there. A Japanese company left after their camp was burned, but despite an ordinance banning mining in the area, the Ministry of Energy and Mines sold the area's two mining concessions and a Canadian company took over. In 2006, an armed confrontation took place that continues to stir contention and conflict today.

Film Details

Also Known As
Bajo Suelos Ricos
Genre
Documentary
Foreign
Political
Release Date
2008

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 32m

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Miscellaneous Notes

Released in United States 2008

Released in United States September 2008

Shown at Toronto International Film Festival (Real to Reel) September 4-13, 2008.

Documentary feature debut for Malcolm Rogge.

Released in United States 2008

Released in United States September 2008 (Shown at Toronto International Film Festival (Real to Reel) September 4-13, 2008.)