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Colony

Chilean prosecutor Leo Ramirez is tasked with arresting a cult leader on charges of child abuse. Established by a Nazi fleeing Germany and long protected by General Pinochet’s regime, “Colonia Dignidad” hides more than Leo is prepared to face. From Walter Presents, in Spanish and German with English subtitles.

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Colony

Season 1 Episode 1 | 52m 9s | CC

Prosecutor Leo Ramirez is tasked with arresting Paul Schaefer, the leader of German settlement “Colonia Dignidad” in Chile, on child abuse charges.

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