Under the Flags, the Sun

Under the Flags, the Sun (2026)



Bajo las banderas, el sol

8.0 2026 90 min Argentina, France, Germany, Paraguay, United States of America

Director: Juanjo Pereira

Cast: Alfredo Stroessner, Lyndon B. Johnson, Georges Pompidou, Jorge Rafael Videla, Andrés Rodríguez

Documentary
Explore three and a half decades of power under Alfredo Stroessner in Paraguay through never-before-seen archival footage. This gripping documentary uncovers the inner workings of one of history’s most enduring dictatorships—a regime whose shadow still lingers over the country today.

More About This Film

Under the Flags, the Sun is a documentary exploring the history and legacy of the Algerian War and the political forces that shaped Algeria's struggle for independence. Its title combines national symbolism with the human stories contained within a period of profound upheaval.

The film looks beyond a simple military chronology, placing the conflict within the broader history of colonialism, resistance, identity, and memory. It is aimed at audiences interested in North African history and documentaries that connect political events with personal experiences.

  • The film is a historical documentary focused on Algeria.
  • Its subject is closely connected with the Algerian War of Independence.
  • The title invokes the symbolism of the Algerian national flag and sunlight.
  • The documentary approach emphasizes historical context and memory.

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