History of Fear Historia del miedo
When a heat wave grips the suburbs, blackouts and waves of pollution push the social order to the brink of collapse, forcing each inhabitant to confront his own motives, instincts and fears.
Nominated for the Best First Feature and the Golden Berlin Bear Award at the Berlin International Film Festival. Winner of the New Director's Prize Award at the San Francisco International Film Festival.
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80 mins
Year
2014
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