Summary Fireflies at El Mozote is a compelling action war drama, with strong social relevance, inspired by true events. It chronicles the well-documented massacre of the village of El Mozote, Morazán Province, El Salvador, considered to be the worst atrocity perpetrated by government forces on civilians in modern Latin American history. This coming-of-age story follows a ten-year-old survivor in his quest to avenge the deaths of his family and the destruction of his village. View more details
Directed : Ernesto Melara
Written : Ernesto Melara
Stars : Mena Suvari Jeff Fahey Paz Vega Yancey Arias
Genres : Drama History War
Release date : Aug 22, 1957
Countries of origin : United States
Language : English Spanish
Filming locations : El Salvador
Production companies : Premiere Entertainment Group Yari Film Group (YFG)
Summary Fireflies at El Mozote is a compelling action war drama, with strong social relevance, inspired by true events. It chronicles the well-documented massacre of the village of El Mozote, Morazán Province, El Salvador, considered to be the worst atrocity perpetrated by government forces on civilians in modern Latin American history. This coming-of-age story follows a ten-year-old survivor in his quest to avenge the deaths of his family and the destruction of his village. View more details
Genres : Drama History War
Release date : Aug 22, 1957
Countries of origin : United States
Language : English Spanish
Filming locations : El Salvador
Production companies : Premiere Entertainment Group Yari Film Group (YFG)
