Where the Silence is Heard

Description

A young Chilean woman moves into an abandoned house in Valparaíso with the goal of uncovering her family's history, which has been shaped by dictatorship, exile, and silence for over fifty years. The past looms large, presenting both emotional and physical barriers as she sifts through memories and artifacts left behind in the neglected space. As she investigates, the woman encounters remnants of her family's struggles, revealing stories of loss and resilience. Throughout the film, she engages with various historical records and personal testimonies, piecing together a narrative that had long been obscured. The process leads her to confront not only her family's legacy but also the broader implications of silence in a society marked by trauma.