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POV (1988 – ...)

1988 • 38 seasons • Documentary
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Season 19

POV · S19E4 — The Fall of Fujimori

Jul 18, 2006 · 60 min

Synopsis

In 1990, Alberto Fujimori, a largely unknown figure, ascended to the presidency of Peru propelled by a surge of popular acclaim. He waged a relentless war against the Shining Path guerilla organization, ultimately achieving victory. A decade later, facing accusations of kidnapping, murder, and corruption, he fled to his homeland of Japan, where he lived in exile for four years. Fujimori has largely remained silent regarding the sudden conclusion of his controversial presidency, until now. He gra