Spanish Title: La Consecuencia de La Lluvia

Directed by Maria-Saroja Ponnambalam

Documentary, 17 min. – Spanish with English Subtitles (Venezuela, 2008)

An observational portrait of a community in Petare, Caracas – the largest informal settlement in the city. This film explores the power dynamics, governance models and internal politics of state-funded communal councils and their leaders during the presidency of Hugo Chavez. Candid conversations with community leaders bring environmental, housing and labour inequities to the forefront.

Official Selections: Montreal World Film Festival, France International Environmental Film Festival, International Short Film Festival of India, Human Rights Doc Fest ‘09, aluCine Toronto Latin Media
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