Sara Facio: Having Been There(2024)

Sara Facio: Having Been There is a documentary about the pioneering Argentine photographer who emerged in the mid-1950s. Facio revolutionized photojournalism with her distinctive visual perspective and fearless approach to capturing the world around her. Armed with her camera, she positioned herself at the center of pivotal moments, driven by an unwavering commitment to witness and document reality. The film traces her evolution from an audacious newcomer to a respected figure in twentieth-century photography, exploring how her unique gaze shaped the medium. Through archival imagery and personal testimony, it reveals the determination and artistic vision that allowed Facio to establish herself as one of Latin America's most influential photographers, proving that presence and perspective could redefine what photojournalism could achieve.