Chile, Obstinate Memory (1997), directed by Patricio Guzmán, is a powerful and emotional film that shows his return to Chile after living in exile for 23 years. When he comes back, he decides to show his earlier documentary, The Battle of Chile, which had been banned during the military dictatorship of General Pinochet. As Guzmán travels from Santiago to Valparaíso, he reconnects with people who were part of his original film, former students, activists, and even soldiers. Many of them have changed, but they still carry the memories and pain of the 1973 military coup. As the screenings take place, older viewers are visibly emotional, remembering the trauma they lived through, while younger people, who grew up hearing only the official version that the coup “saved” the country, react with surprise or even defensiveness. The film focuses on these reactions, showing how different generations see the same event in very different ways. Guzmán keeps the storytelling quiet and respectful, letting people’s faces, words, and silences speak for themselves. His camera stays close to people, capturing their emotions as they share their experiences, whether it’s a teacher talking about the meaning of memory or an artist explaining how remembering touches the heart. By showing these honest conversations and emotional moments, Chile, Obstinate Memory helps uncover truths that were hidden for years. It encourages the country to remember what really happened and start healing from the wounds of the past. The film is more than just a documentary, it becomes a tool for truth, helping Chile move toward justice and reconciliation