Review of Land and Freedom (1995) by Colm M — 30 Mar 2010
Ken Loaches masterpiece in my book. For one small but important moment in time real democracy in the form of Libertarian Socialism existed amongst the militia fighting for a Republic in Spain. It was born during the Spanish Civil War and died before the war ended.
This was a small, volatile and complicated part of modern history but Loach captures the mood perfectly and represents the ideologies and dreams of the people in a way that can be easily understood from one mans personal perspective.
Greater powers conspired to destroy the good work but the fact that revolution gave birth to real democracy spontaneously and that it grew organically was a testament to the peoples courage and commitment.
It also brings with it the hope that this may happen again....one day.
This review of Land and Freedom (1995) was written by Colm M on 30 Mar 2010.
Land and Freedom has generally received positive reviews.
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