The First Foundation of Buenos Aires

The First Foundation of Buenos Aires combines animation with historical narrative and comedy, offering insight into the founding of one of Latin America's most significant cities. The film draws from the original text of Ulrich Schmidel, connecting viewers to a significant moment in history through a humorous lens.

Originally created in 1956 by the designer Oski, the film was adapted by director Fernando Birri in 1959. Its historical context is enhanced by the fact that the film disappeared during a dictatorship period but was restored on video in 2000. This restoration allows contemporary viewers to engage with a piece of cinematic history that reflects the evolution of Latin American cinema over the years.