A documentary, 'Chavismo: The Plague of the 21st Century', reflects on how Hugo Chavez came to power in Venezuela and the political, social, and economic factors that led him there. The film, prohibited in Venezuela by the Ministry of Public Affairs, was discussed with its director, Gustavo Tovar-Arroyo. He explained that his goal was to tell the story of Venezuela's crisis and poverty, and to raise awareness and consciousness against cynicism.
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A documentary, 'Chavismo: The Plague of the 21st Century', reflects on how Hugo Chavez came to power in Venezuela and the political, social, and economic factors that led him there. The film, prohibited in Venezuela by the Ministry of Public Affairs, was discussed with its director, Gustavo Tovar-Arroyo. He explained that his goal was to tell the story of Venezuela's crisis and poverty, and to raise awareness and consciousness against cynicism.