Review of Machuca (2004) by Jp D — 21 Sep 2007
Set in 1973 Santiago amid political unrest, this tale centers on the friendship of two schoolboys from vastly different backgrounds. After receiving a scholarship for poor kids, new pupil Pedro (Ariel Mateluna) is bullied by his rich peers.
Seeking escape from his stormy home life, well-to-do Gonzalo (Matias Quer) befriends Pedro. The two grow close despite class hierarchy, but politics invade the school and threaten to destroy their friendship.
This review of Machuca (2004) was written by Jp D on 21 Sep 2007.
Machuca has generally received very positive reviews.
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