Based on the real-life experiences of Ed Horman. A conservative American businessman travels to Chile to investigate the sudden disappearance of his son after a military takeover. Accompanied by his son's wife he uncovers a trail of cover-ups that implicate the US State department which supports the dictatorship.
Based on the true story, an American businessman's father travels to Chile in search of his missing son after the 1973 coup d'état. He encounters resistance from the U.S. Embassy, which seems reluctant to help him find answers. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy involving political unrest and the disappearance of his son.
Missing was widely acclaimed by critics for its powerful storytelling, strong performances, and unflinching look at political repression. It was praised for its tension-building and its depiction of the harrowing search for truth in a foreign land during a tumultuous political period. Audiences were similarly moved by its dramatic intensity and its examination of human rights issues.
Google audience: Viewers lauded the film's powerful and emotional narrative, with many highlighting Jack Lemmon's incredible performance. The film's ability to convey the desperation and determination of the search resonated strongly with audiences.
Won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival and received two Academy Award nominations, winning Best Adapted Screenplay.
The film is based on the experiences of Charles Horman, an American journalist who disappeared in Chile during the 1973 coup. His father, Edmund Horman, worked tirelessly to uncover the truth, a story powerfully depicted in the film.
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