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Chronicle of an Escape
The true story of four men who narrowly escaped death at the hands of Argentina's military death squads in 1977. Claudio Tamburrini is a goalie for a minor-league football team when he is abducted by members of the Argentine military police and taken to an unofficial detention center on the false suspicion that he is a terrorist. As he is tortured by intelligence agents looking for information he doesn't have, Tamburrini fully expects to be killed. After many sessions of brutal torture, Tamburrini and his fellow captives Guillermo and Tano are being readied for execution when, in a final desperate act, Tamburrini dives out a window during a rainstorm.
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Plot Summary
In 1970s Argentina, a young man named Ariel is sent to a boarding school far from his family. Isolated and struggling to adapt, he becomes increasingly involved with a group of older boys who are planning a daring escape from the institution. As the escape plan develops, Ariel grapples with loyalty, fear, and the desire for freedom.
Critical Reception
Chronicle of an Escape was generally well-received by critics, who praised its atmospheric tension, strong performances, and nuanced exploration of adolescent rebellion and the socio-political climate of Argentina at the time. The film was noted for its compelling narrative and effective direction in capturing the claustrophobic environment of the boarding school.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and exploration of a tense youth.
Applauded for strong performances, particularly from the lead actor.
Noted for its effective portrayal of confinement and the yearning for escape.
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Awards & Accolades
Won the Silver Condor Award for Best Screenplay at the Argentine Film Critics Association Awards.
Fun Fact
The film is based on the autobiographical novel of the same name by Daniel Burman himself, who also directed the movie.
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