Dead well (1967): cast, story & where to watch
1967 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1967, Dead well is a documentary film directed by Carlos Rebolledo, running about 38 minutes.
What it’s about. Dead Well (Pozo muerto, 1967) is a Venezuelan documentary directed by Carlos Rebolledo and produced by the avant-garde collective El Techo de la Ballena. Through a series of testimonies from residents of the oil towns of Cabimas and Lagunillas, the film recounts the human cost of Venezuela’s oil industry. Tracing the country's petroleum history from the 1922 Barroso II oil well blowout to the late 1960s, it exposes the exploitation, poverty, and environmental devastation endured by communities along the eastern shore of Lake Maracaibo. Filmed in black-and-white on 35mm, the documentary is regarded as a landmark work of the New Latin American Cinema.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Dead well has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dead well page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dead well (1967)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dead well change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dead well worth watching?
- Dead well holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Dead well released?
- Dead well was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 38 minutes.