Ruptured City

Ruptured City

2018 · 13 min · ★ 5.2 · Documentary

Filmed mostly with drones, this short film shows what happened before, during and after the devastating earthquake that struck Mexico City in September 19, 2017. Through sound recordings of the rescue operations, accounts from survivors and journalistic chronicles, this film reflects the uncertainty and bewilderment caused by the quake.

Directed by Diego Rabasa

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