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In 1877 a Swiss aristocrat, Alfred von Rodt, became the governor of the remote Chilean island that gave birth to the legend of Robinson Crusoe. Exiled from his country and family, Von Rodt strived to build a utopian “little kingdom” until his death, but failed and lost his entire fortune. ISLANDER tells the story of this outcast through the lives of his descendants, who today seek political autonomy and a preservation of their indigenous identity.

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Phuong Le Guardian The merging of old and new narratives in this poignant film brings up crucial questions about national identities, to which there are no easy answers. Rated: 3/5 Sep 10, 2021 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis In 1877 a Swiss aristocrat, Alfred von Rodt, became the governor of the remote Chilean island that gave birth to the legend of Robinson Crusoe. Exiled from his country and family, Von Rodt strived to build a utopian “little kingdom” until his death, but failed and lost his entire fortune. ISLANDER tells the story of this outcast through the lives of his descendants, who today seek political autonomy and a preservation of their indigenous identity.
Director
Stéphane Goël
Producer
Stéphane Goël
Screenwriter
Antoine Jaccoud, Stéphane Goël
Production Co
Climage
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
Spanish
Release Date (Streaming)
Dec 4, 2020
Runtime
1h 32m
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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