What is democracy? (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 10

Released in 1971, What is democracy? is a documentary and animation film directed by Carlos Álvarez Núñez, running about 41 minutes.
What it’s about. A political documentary that critically examines Colombian democracy, the 1970 elections, and the role of domestic and foreign elites in shaping the balance of power, questioning the extent to which the political system truly represents the will of the people.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, What is democracy? 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 What is democracy? page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch What is democracy? (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for What is democracy? change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is What is democracy? worth watching?
- What is democracy? holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary and animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was What is democracy? released?
- What is democracy? was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 41 minutes.
