Review of Machuca (2004) by Alex V — 13 Mar 2013
An absolutely unparalleled and ultra-enthralling look at the caste system and class differences in 1970's Chile. The juxtaposition of the lives of two young Chilean boys who go to the same private school is truly moving.
All this painted against the backdrop of a changing government which saw the fall of President Salvador Allende and the rise of the vicious General Pinochet which would change Chile forever. The cinematography was gritty and impeccable, the acting unquestionable and there are some truly earth-shattering scenes in this film that make things incredibly intriguing.
Particularly for me -- because if I hadn't been adopted I may have ended up like many in this film....:(.
This review of Machuca (2004) was written by Alex V on 13 Mar 2013.
Machuca has generally received very positive reviews.
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