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The Pink House

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Set against the backdrop of the 1980s Peruvian Civil War, which raged particularly fiercely in the city of Ayacucho, this gripping narrative follows Adrián, a father wrongly accused of terrorism following the brutal killing of his wife. Taken to "The Pink House," a notorious torture site, Adrián disappears, leaving his two young children—10-year-old Juan de Dios and 9-year-old María del Carmen—determined to find him. Unwavering in their faith and courage, the siblings navigate harrowing situations in their relentless pursuit, u

Released posthumously in 2017, The Pink House provides critical insights into the lived experiences of individuals during times of political turmoil.

By illustrating the power of hope and the indomitable spirit of children navigating a world ravaged by violence, the film invites reflection on the necessity of understanding historical injustices to foster healing and reconciliation in contemporary societies.

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