Stills: Chile

Change has always come slowly to Chiloe Island which did not become part of Chile until eight years after independence was realized. Two small western towns, Cucao and Rahue, and settlements where modern amenities like electricity and running water were relatively recent developments. With the arrival of these amenitites during the past 15 years, Cucao's 300 inhabitants are beginning to see changes in their economy and their relationship with each other.