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Mario Vargas Llosa: The Story of the Novelist Who Would Be President

Documentary that follows Peruvian novelist Mario Vargas Llosa in his bid to become president of Peru. Filmed in London, Peru and Italy, this visual diary follows him through a turbulent year and compares the fictional creations of the writer with the realities of his life and his experiences.

English
  • Originally Aired March 27, 1990
  • Runtime 59 minutes
  • Network BBC One
  • Created July 15, 2025 by
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