Stealing a Nation Soundtrack (

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Rating: 8.40/10 from 409 votes
Tags: forced relocation, diego garcia atoll, chagos archipelago
Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

El robo de una nación
Title in Italiano:

Stealing a Nation
Title in Português:

Stealing a Nation

Synopsis

This tells a story literally 'hidden from history'. In the 1960s and 70s, British governments, conspiring with American officials, tricked into leaving, then expelled the entire population of the Chagos islands in the Indian Ocean. The aim was to give the principal island of this Crown Colony, Diego Garcia, to the Americans who wanted it as a major military base. Indeed, from Diego Garcia US planes have since bombed Afghanistan and Iraq. The story is told by islanders who were dumped in the slums of Mauritius and in the words of the British officials who left a 'paper trail' of what the International Criminal Court now describes as 'a crime against humanity'.

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James Mitchell
5/10

The music in the documentary skillfully conveys the historical injustice and political machinations that led to the expulsion of the Chagos population, creating a haunting and somber atmosphere.

Dorothy Thomas
6/10

The use of traditional Chagos music interspersed with contemporary compositions adds depth and authenticity to the storytelling, enhancing the viewer's connection to the plight of the islanders.

James Taylor
7/10

The soundtrack of Stealing a Nation beautifully captures the emotional depth of the hidden story behind the Chagos islands expulsion. The haunting melodies and poignant lyrics perfectly convey the sense of loss and betrayal felt by the islanders.

Anthony Garcia
5/10

The soundtrack's evocative melodies and haunting rhythms serve as a powerful backdrop to the heartbreaking accounts of displacement and loss shared by the Chagos islanders.

Michelle Campbell
6/10

The music in Stealing a Nation effectively underscores the themes of power, imperialism, and resistance, providing a poignant and thought-provoking accompaniment to the documentary's narrative.

Donald Thomas
8/10

The use of traditional Chagos island instruments and rhythms in the soundtrack adds an authentic touch to the storytelling, immersing the listener in the cultural heritage of the islanders. The music creates a powerful connection to the history and struggles of the people affected by this tragic event, making the documentary even more impactful.

Elizabeth Mitchell
5/10

Overall, the music in Stealing a Nation plays a crucial role in amplifying the voices of the marginalized Chagos islanders and shedding light on a dark chapter in history that has been overlooked for too long.

Kenneth Walker
5/10

The soundtrack of Stealing a Nation effectively captures the emotional turmoil and sense of betrayal experienced by the Chagos islanders as they were forcibly removed from their homes.

Mark Gonzalez
6/10

The soundtrack's seamless integration of indigenous Chagos music with modern compositions creates a rich and immersive audio experience that complements the visuals and storytelling of the film.