1977, casa tomada (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 8

Released in 1999, 1977, casa tomada is a documentary film directed by María Pilotti, running about 35 minutes.
What it’s about. On September 15, 1977, a blind couple and their three-year-old son, Iván, disappeared from their home in a repressive operation led by the Army, the Police, and the Gendarmerie. The child was later handed over to the couple's relatives. The house was occupied for 17 years by the Guarnic Center for Retired Non-Commissioned Officers and Gendarmes. The documentary aims to rescue memory; it focuses on a single character, Negrita, the mother of the disappeared blind woman, and her struggle. The intention is to shed light on an event that was kept hidden by the official narrative, and to highlight, in Mostar, the irreparable damage it causes.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, 1977, casa tomada sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 1977, casa tomada page.
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- Where can I watch 1977, casa tomada (1999)?
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- Is 1977, casa tomada worth watching?
- 1977, casa tomada holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was 1977, casa tomada released?
- 1977, casa tomada was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 35 minutes.