El Salvador: Another Vietnam

Overview

This political documentary illustrates the turbulent history of El Salvador from the 1920s-1970s, and the role of the U.S. government in that history. The most comprehensive film introduction to that country, examines the civil war there in light of the Reagan administration's decision to "draw the line" against "communist interference" in Central America. Archival material offers an overview of U.S. military and economic policy in Central America since 1948, while footage drawn from sources in the U.S., Mexico, and Europe provides extensive background to the current political and military situation.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

September 19, 1981

Original language

English

Spoken languages

Spanish, English

Countries

United States of America

Cast

Mike Farrell

Director

Teté Vasconcellos,Glenn Silber

Writer

Claudia Vianello

Cinematography

Newton Thomas Sigel

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt0082315