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Prison in the Andes movie

🎬 Title: Prison in the Andes / Penal Cordillera

Story: The film explores the grim reality of Pinochet’s regime, where notorious torturers find themselves confined in an extravagant prison nestled at the base of the Andes. To avoid being transferred to a standard prison, these officers resort to extreme measures, clinging to their relentless brutality amid the serene mountains.

⭐ Rating: 8 (5 votes)

📅 Release date: September 19, 2024

⏱️ Runtime: 1 hour 44 minutes

🎭 Genres: Drama

🎬 Director: Felipe Carmona

✍️ Writer: Felipe Carmona

🌍 Countries: Brazil, Chile

🏢 Production companies: Multiverso Produções, Cinestación

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👥 Cast: Andrew Bargsted (Navarrete), Hugo Medina (Manuel Contreras), Bastián Bodenhöfer (Miguel Krassnoff), Mauricio Pesutic (Marcelo Moren), Alejandro Trejo (Odlanier Mena), Óscar Hernández (Pedro Espinoza), Daniel Alcaíno (Sepúlveda), Juan Carlos Maldonado (Galdames), Nicolás Zárate (Castro)

Editor’s note: In “Prison in the Andes” (2024), director Felipe Carmona crafts a powerful drama that avoids clichés. The film maintains a steady pace and effectively captures its setting. The performances, particularly by Andrew Bargsted, Hugo Medina, and Bastián Bodenhöfer, lend the narrative an emotional depth. With a runtime of 1 hour and 44 minutes, it is well-paced for the story it tells. While it has its imperfections, the film’s strengths significantly overshadow any flaws. If this subject intrigues you, be sure to add it to your watchlist.

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