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Pablo Larraín: Unsilenced Reflections on Chile's Turbulent Past

Chilean director Pablo Larraín discusses his latest film, "El Conde," which portrays Margaret Thatcher and Augusto Pinochet as vampires. Larraín reflects on his fascination with Pinochet and the impact of the dictator on Chilean culture. He also addresses the question of who is qualified to tell certain stories, expressing frustration with colonial attitudes and the notion that he, as a Chilean filmmaker, should not be allowed to explore the history of his own country. Larraín discusses his previous works, including "Spencer," and his commitment to his Chilean identity and filmmaking.

via The Guardian|

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film2 years ago•4 min saved

Pablo Larraín's Mesmerizing 'El Conde': Pinochet as a Vampire in Bizarro-World Reckoning

In the mesmerizing film "El Conde" by Pablo Larraín, General Augusto Pinochet is portrayed as an immortal vampire who faked his death to avoid prosecution. Set in Chile, the movie combines elements of tragicomedy, horror, and melodrama to explore the legacy of Pinochet's brutal dictatorship. Shot in black-and-white, the film delves into the dark history of Chile while also presenting a twisted family melodrama. Larraín's provocative and visually stunning work will be released globally on Netflix on September 15.

via Vulture|

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film2 years ago•1 min saved

"Portraying Pinochet as a Vampire: A Necessary Response to Global Right-Wing Resurgence, Say Pablo Larrain and 'El Conde' Cast"

Chilean director Pablo Larraín presents his scathing satire film "El Conde," portraying former dictator Augusto Pinochet as a 250-year-old vampire living in seclusion after faking his death. The film combines elements of farce and satire to avoid creating empathy for Pinochet, who has never been portrayed in film or TV before. The cast believes the film will either be loved or hated in Chile, sparking a national conversation about the resurgence of the extreme right and the unpunished legacy of Pinochet's regime. "El Conde" will have a limited theatrical release on September 7 and will be available on Netflix globally on September 15.

via Variety|

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film2 years ago•5 min saved

Pablo Larrain's 'El Conde': A Bold and Necessary Satire on Fascism and Evil

Chilean director Pablo Larraín's new film "El Conde" portrays former dictator Augusto Pinochet as a 250-year-old vampire living in seclusion after faking his death. The film, shot in black-and-white, stars Jaime Vadell as Pinochet and explores the lack of justice and impunity surrounding his regime. Larraín discusses the urgency to confront Pinochet's legacy and the rise of right-wing politics globally. "El Conde" will have a limited theatrical release on September 7 and will be available on Netflix on September 15.

via Variety|

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