« Patricio Guzmán's investigation of the Chilean revolution, of the Pinochet coup and of the resulting consequences, breaks one's heart and will be considered for many centuries to come one of the most eloquent and daring explorations of a revolution and of a repression, of hope and memory, to overcome tragic times. What Guzmán observes passionately and clearly is valid for the whole world. »

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Ariel Dorfmann