Investigation

Venezuela's last fighters: Living through CHAOS

From the polluted waters of Lake Maracaibo to the remote villages hidden deep in the Andes, this gripping documentary explores the reality of modern Venezuela, a nation once enriched by vast oil reserves and now struggling through one of the worst economic and humanitarian crises in its history. Facing fuel shortages, hyperinflation, failing infrastructure, and environmental devastation, fishermen, farmers, traders, and missionaries battle daily to survive. Traveling along some of the continent’s most dangerous and isolated roads, the film reveals extraordinary stories of resilience, solidarity, and determination. A powerful journey into the heart of a country where hope endures despite adversity, showcasing the courage of ordinary Venezuelans fighting to build a future against all odds. Directors: Antonin MARCEL; Frédéric ELHORGA 00:00 The Venezuelan Paradox 00:57 Black Gold: The Resource That Ruined Those It Was Meant to Enrich 02:02 One Tank Per Week: Life Under Fuel Rationing 03:07 From €2 to €40 a Tank: The Fuel Price Shock 04:37 From South America's Richest Nation to One of Its Poorest 05:07 This Banknote Was Worth €360 — Now It's Worth Just €1 07:44 A School Without a Cafeteria for Over a Year 10:17 The Paved Road That Became a Survival Trail 14:19 Children Playing Among Abandoned Oil Wells 40:52 Maximum Salary: €5 a Month — The Numbers That Shock the World