Machuca
- Drama
Santiago, capital of Chile during the Marxist government of elected, highly controversial president Salvador Allende. Father McEnroe supports his leftist views by introducing a program at the prestigious "collegio" (Catholic prep school) St. Patrick to allow free admission of some proletarian kids. One of them is Pedro Machuca, slum-raised son of the cleaning lady in Gonzalo Infante's liberal-bourgeois home. Yet the new classmates become buddies, paradoxically protesting together as Gonzalo gets adopted by Pedro's slum family and gang. But the adults spoil that too, not in the least when general Pinochet's coup ousts Allende, and supporters such as McEnroe.
Machuca is a 2004 Chilean drama that explores class division and childhood friendship against the backdrop of Salvador Allende's presidency and the 1973 coup. The film follows two boys from opposite sides of Santiago's social spectrum who form an unlikely bond when a Catholic school's scholarship program brings them together. Now available to stream, it's a powerful portrait of innocence tested by political upheaval.
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Matías QuerGonzalo Infante
Ariel MatelunaPedro Machuca
Aline KüppenheimMaría Luisa
Ernesto MalbránFather McEnroe
Federico LuppiRoberto
Manuela MartelliSilvana
Tamara AcostaJuana
Francisco ReyesPatricio Infante
Alejandro TrejoWilly
María Olga MatteMiss Gilda
Gabriela MedinaLucy
Luis DubóIsmael Machuca
Andrea García-HuidobroIsabel
Tiago CorreaPablo
Alejandro GoicFather Robles
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Machuca — frequently asked
When was Machuca released?
Machuca premiered on February 24, 2004.
What is Machuca about?
The film follows Gonzalo, a wealthy boy, and Pedro Machuca, a poor student, who become friends after Pedro gains admission to their exclusive Catholic prep school in Santiago. Their unlikely friendship is tested as political turmoil and class tensions escalate around them.
What historical events does Machuca depict?
The film is set during Salvador Allende's Marxist government and culminates with General Pinochet's 1973 military coup that ousts Allende and his supporters.
Is Machuca available to watch?
Yes, Machuca has been released and is available on various streaming platforms and for purchase.
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