Journey of the Dissidents

Journey of the Dissidents

2006 · 88 min · Documentary

The forgotten history of "dissidents", the men and women of Martinique and Guadeloupe who left their islands between 1940 and 1943. The film features interviews with those in the resistance who tell their stories with passion, humility and humor.

Directed by Euzhan Palcy · Written by Euzhan Palcy

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