Arica

"A toxic waste scandal."

Mar 12 2021 N/A 1h 37m
Documentary

A Swedish mining giant, Boliden, is accused of having dumped 20000 tonnes of toxic waste in a poor neighborhood in a Chilean desert town.

Plot

In the mid-80's the Swedish mining giant Boliden dumped 20000 tonnes of hazardous waste in Arica in Northern Chile. Thousands of 'Ariqueños' were affected with cancers and other serious illness. Now a group of survivors are seeking justice.

Written by

Lars Edman, William Johansson

Directed by

Lars Edman, William Johansson

Cast

N/A

Production Countries

Sweden

Production Companies

Laika Film & Television, Clin d'oeil Films, Radio Film Ltd, Aricadoc, Relation04 Media

Languages

English, Español, svenska

Awards

10 wins & 8 nominations

Scores
# of Votes
117
Average Rating
7.2 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA