54 Days
54 Days

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54 Days

2014
Movie
87 min
English

5 people trapped in a bunker after a nuclear and biological attack are forced to make an impossible decision - either one dies or they all die.

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IMDb6.6/10
Director: Alvaro de ArribaGenres: Documentary

Plot Summary

This documentary chronicles the gripping true story of the Miravalles miners who endured a 54-day strike in 2012, protesting against the drastic cuts to mining subsidies by the Spanish government. Their protest, involving a march of over 400 kilometers from Asturias to Madrid, became a powerful symbol of resistance against austerity measures and the fight for their livelihoods. The film captures the intense physical and emotional toll of their journey and the unwavering solidarity that sustained them through adversity.

Critical Reception

Documentaries focusing on labor rights and social protest, like '54 Days,' often receive praise for their raw honesty and ability to shed light on underrepresented struggles. Critical reception typically highlights the film's unflinching portrayal of the miners' plight and its effectiveness in galvanizing public awareness. Audiences often connect with the narrative's themes of resilience and the fight against economic injustice.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its authentic portrayal of worker solidarity and resilience.

  • Highlights the human cost of austerity measures and political decisions.

  • Captures the arduous journey and emotional impact of the miners' protest.

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Fun Fact

The miners' protest march covered approximately 400 kilometers (about 250 miles) from Asturias to Madrid, a journey that took several weeks to complete.

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Simon Foster

Simon Foster

"Thoroughly deserving of a place in the canon of Australia’s ‘nuclear threat’ cinematic sub-genre, survivalist drama 54 Days spins its Twilight Zone-type scenario into an all-too-real study of desperation and despair..." http://screen-sp...