On 11th September 1973 a violent coup in Chile overthrew the democratically
elected government of Salvador Allende. What followed was nearly 17 years of
repression in which the dictatorship of Augusto Pinochet transformed the
country. More than 2000 Chilean exiles came to the UK, aided by a network that
included the Chile Solidarity Campaign, Trade Unions and the World University
Service.

Chileans of the North explores the story of the refugees who made a new home in
South Yorkshire.The participants share what happened at the time of the coup
and its aftermath, what it was like to start a new life in the UK, and how
activism and solidarity brought a community together. Told through first-hand
stories, archive material and music, it’s a story that spans two continents and
50 years.

The screening will be followed by a discussion with the director and participants from the film.

Doors open at 6.30pm, film screening starts at 7.30pm.

Follow these links for more information about the film:
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