Unpaved Road To Peace 2019

Overview

Unpaved Road To Peace is a 2019 documentary film directed by Jaap van ‘t Kruis. The film has a runtime of 56 minutes and was released on March 23, 2019. The narrative follows a group of individuals who joined the FARC as teenagers. Following the signing of a peace agreement in Colombia, these former rebels return to their home village of Caldono, which had been previously bombed. The documentary explores the tension surrounding their return and the uncertainty of whether the villagers will choose to offer forgiveness or seek retaliation. Central to the reconciliation efforts is activist Farid Julicué, who dedicates himself to bridging the divide between the returning former rebels and the local community. The film examines the challenges of post-conflict reintegration and the complex social dynamics within the village as it navigates the aftermath of the peace agreement. Through this focus on Caldono, the documentary provides a look at the personal and communal struggles involved in achieving reconciliation in a country transitioning toward peace after years of armed conflict.