Marmato

In the picturesque town of Marmato, Colombia, a centuries-old gold rush has captured the attention of a Canadian mining company, who aim to extract the $20 billion worth of gold buried beneath the homes of its 8,000 inhabitants. Filmed over the course of 5 and a half years, Marmato is a heart-wrenching documentary that explores the townspeople's battle to save their homes and their way of life in the face of this powerful challenge. As the mining company's prospector declares, "You can believe in God all you want, but I don't think he's got too much to say about this mountain getting leveled," the townspeople must confront the harsh reality of globalized mining and determine their future. With elements of magic realism woven throughout, Marmato is a poignant and thought-provoking film that will leave audiences questioning the true cost of progress.

You can stream Marmato on: Apple TV Store

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Marmato was released in theaters on January 17, 2014.