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Breaking the Brick (2022): Cast

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Breaking the Brick is a 2022 documentary directed by Carola Fuentes and Rafael Valdeavellano, starring Martin Turner, Julio Medina and Don Francisco. It runs 1 hour 31 minutes.

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Breaking the Brick (2022) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 31m (91 min)
Genre
Documentary
Original language
Spanish
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Breaking the Brick About?

The premise of Breaking the Brick without spoilers.

In 2019, widespread protests erupted in Chile, leading to a pivotal moment: a call to rewrite the constitution imposed by the Pinochet dictatorship and overhaul its economic policies, known as ‘The Brick’. The film explores this period of radical change through the perspectives of two individuals representing opposing viewpoints. Ramiro, a wealthy businessman, and Mariana, a teacher from a lower-middle-class background, navigate a year of upheaval as protests evolve into transformative efforts. Long-dormant historical conflicts resurface, revealing the enduring wounds of the dictatorship and the urgent need for reconciliation.

Breaking the Brick Themes & Keywords

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Cast & crew

Breaking the Brick Cast

Martin Turner leads the cast, with Julio Medina and Don Francisco. Directed by Carola Fuentes and Rafael Valdeavellano; 41 actors are credited in all.

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More from Carola Fuentes and Rafael Valdeavellano

One more film directed by Carola Fuentes and Rafael Valdeavellano: Chicago Boys.

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Breaking the Brick Also Known As

5 alternative titles, including “Chili, le peuple contre les économistes” and “Chile: Das Volk gegen die Chicago Boys”.

Also known as
  • Chili, le peuple contre les économistes
  • Chile: Das Volk gegen die Chicago Boys
  • Chile, el fin del neoliberalismo - El pueblo contra los economistas
  • Chile: El pueblo contra los economistas
  • El Efecto Ladrillo

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Breaking the Brick FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Breaking the Brick, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Breaking the Brick?

Breaking the Brick runs 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).

When was Breaking the Brick released?

Breaking the Brick was released on June 26, 2022.

Who directed Breaking the Brick?

Breaking the Brick was directed by Carola Fuentes and Rafael Valdeavellano.

More films by Carola Fuentes

Who is in the cast of Breaking the Brick?

Breaking the Brick stars Martin Turner, Julio Medina and Don Francisco, among 41 credited actors.

Does Breaking the Brick have a post-credit scene?

No. Breaking the Brick has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Breaking the Brick in?

The original language of Breaking the Brick is Spanish.

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