NICARAGUA, THE MILLENNIALS

The world in all its states

An episode from the series ARTE INVESTIGATION

Synopsis

The millennials were supposed to be indifferent to politics. It took only a few weeks for them to become the main opponents of Daniel Ortega’s regime.

Spurred on by social media, these young activists have taken to the streets, braving arrests, disappearances, and violence.

A portrait of a generation discovering the price of political engagement.