The Double Kidnapping of Sigifredo López: Documentary Screening

This event features a screening of the documentary The Double Kidnapping of Sigifredo López, followed by a conversation between the film’s director, Alejandro Bernal Rueda, and Félix Burgos, Director of the Colombian Studies Initiative. The documentary examines the complex circumstances surrounding the kidnapping of former Colombian congressman Sigifredo López and its political and social implications. The film is in Spanish with English subtitles. The post-screening conversation will be conducted in Spanish.

Alejandro Bernal Rueda is a Colombian documentary filmmaker whose work focuses on memory, political violence, and human rights in Colombia. His films examine the social and institutional dimensions of the armed conflict, with particular attention to victims’ narratives and processes of truth and accountability. The Double Kidnapping of Sigifredo López reflects his commitment to rigorous research and critical storytelling as tools for historical reflection and public debate.

Prior registration is required for admission to this event. Seating capacity is limited, and admittance will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis until capacity is reached. Registration does not guarantee a seat, so attendees are advised to arrive early.

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