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The Official Story (1985)

"A truth too frightening to ignore"

7.519851h 52mES
DramaHistory

Directed by Luis Puenzo

Rating

7.5/10

Runtime

1h 52m

Language

ES

Release

April 3, 1985

Director

Luis Puenzo

Official Trailer

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Overview

Buenos Aires, Argentina, 1983. In the last and turbulent days of the military dictatorship, Alicia, a high school history teacher, begins to ask uncomfortable questions about the dark origins of Gaby, her adopted daughter.

Cast

Norma Aleandro

Norma Aleandro

Alicia Marnet

Héctor Alterio

Héctor Alterio

Roberto Ibáñez

Hugo Arana

Hugo Arana

Enrique Ibáñez

Guillermo Battaglia

Guillermo Battaglia

José

Chela Ruiz

Chela Ruiz

Sara

Patricio Contreras

Patricio Contreras

Benítez

Aníbal Morixe

Aníbal Morixe

Miller

María Luisa Robledo

María Luisa Robledo

Ñata

Jorge Petraglia

Jorge Petraglia

Macci

Analía Castro

Analía Castro

Gaby

Chunchuna Villafañe

Chunchuna Villafañe

Ana

Daniel Lago

Daniel Lago

Dante

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Official Story (1985), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Buenos Aires, Argentina, 1983. In the last and turbulent days of the military dictatorship, Alicia, a high school history teacher, begins to ask uncomfortable questions about the dark origins of Gaby, her adopted daughter.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Official Story. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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