Independent Lens Season 8 Episode 8 Revolucion: Five Visions

Independent Lens season 8 episode 8, titled "Revolucion: Five Visions," presents a unique perspective on the 100th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution. The episode features five short films by Mexican filmmakers that celebrate, question and reflect on the legacy of the revolution and its impact on their country's history and culture.

The first film, "Here and There," by director Antonio Méndez Esparza, follows Pedro, a Mexican immigrant working in the United States and his family in Mexico. The film explores the personal and economic impact of the revolution on families separated by borders. The second film, "The Battle of the Anarchists," by director Gabriela Martínez, explores a little-known event in the revolution involving anarchist rebels in the city of Chihuahua.

The third film, "Red Princesses," by director María Novaro, follows two women from different social classes during the revolution. The film explores the themes of love, friendship, power, and class, and how the revolution impacted them. The fourth film, "Uno a Uno," by director Rodrigo Plá, tells the story of a young boy in Mexico City who witnesses an act of violence during the revolution, and its effect on him and his community.

Lastly, the fifth film, "Viva México," by director Nicolás Pereda, is a playful and experimental piece that examines the cultural impact of the revolution and the relationship between Mexico and its former colonizer, Spain. The film combines archive footage with staged reenactments, creating a collage of images that questions the interpretation of history.

The episode brings together a diverse range of perspectives and styles that reflect the complexity of the Mexican Revolution and its impact on the country. From personal narratives to experimental storytelling, "Revolucion: Five Visions" offers a unique and insightful look at one of the most significant events in Mexican history.