Francisco ‘Lu Olo’ Guterres survived over 20 years of armed resistance against Indonesia, rising to the rank of commander in the Falintil army. Following East Timor’s independence, he becomes President of Fretilin, the party that led the East Timorese struggle during the occupation.

Now, Lu Olo faces new challenges as he makes the transition from guerrilla fighter to politician during the lead-up to East Timor’s first national democratic election. Narrated by Cate Blanchett.

A Film Australia National Interest Program in association with Abracadabra Film and Television Productions. Developed with the assistance of Film Victoria. Produced with the assistance of the Australian Broadcasting Corporation. © National Film and Sound Archive of Australia.