The Disappeared (2008)

Plot

"The Disappeared" explores the haunting legacy of Argentina's Dirty War (1976-83) through the life of Horacio Pietragalla. Abducted as a child after the brutal murder of his parents by the military, Horacio is raised by the maid of the officer responsible for his kidnapping. As he embarks on a quest to uncover the truth about his parents' sacrifice, he seeks to reclaim his identity. The film poignantly reveals the national trauma of this dark period, featuring powerful interviews with military figures, survivors, human rights advocates, journalists, and both his surrogate and biological families.