The Brickmakers
Originally released in 1972. The Brickmakers is a documentary film. directed by Jorge Silva. At just 42 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
This film documents the life of a family of brick makers in the outskirts of Bogotá, using the personal experience of the Castañeda family to expose the exploitation of manual laborers. Marta Rodríguez and Jorge Silva worked on this documentary from 1966 to 1972, establishing a relationship with the family which allows the viewer an intimate look at their hardships.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 31, 1972
53 years ago
Runtime
0h 42m
42 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (11 votes)
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Colombia
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Production Companies
- Fundación Cine Documental
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Brickmakers about?
This film documents the life of a family of brick makers in the outskirts of Bogotá, using the personal experience of the Castañeda family to expose the exploitation of manual laborers. Marta Rod...
Who directed The Brickmakers?
The Brickmakers was directed by Jorge Silva.
How long is The Brickmakers?
The Brickmakers has a runtime of 0 hours and 42 minutes (42 minutes total).
When was The Brickmakers released?
The Brickmakers was released on December 31, 1972 in theaters.