Skip to content
What's After the Movie?
Documentary

Cell Block 4 (2017): Cast

Cell Block 4 (2017) movie poster

Cell Block 4 is a 2017 documentary directed by Diego Gachassin, starring Alberto Sarlo and Carlos “Kongo” Mena. It runs 1 hour 10 minutes.

Loading streaming availability…
Cell Block 4 (2017) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 10m (70 min)
Director
Diego Gachassin
Genre
Documentary
Original language
Spanish
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Cell Block 4 About?

The premise of Cell Block 4 without spoilers.

An attorney and writer from La Plata initiates an ambitious program to teach philosophy, literature, and boxing to fifty-two inmates within Cell Block 4, a maximum-security prison near Buenos Aires. Carlos "Kongo" Mena, a recently released convict, joins as Sarlo's assistant, offering a more grounded perspective on the inmates' lives. Through Sarlo's efforts, Carlos becomes the first ex-convict to be hired as a teacher in Buenos Aires prisons, demonstrating the possibility of redemption for many.

Loading streaming availability…
Cast & crew

Cell Block 4 Cast

Alberto Sarlo leads the cast, with Carlos “Kongo” Mena. Directed by Diego Gachassin.

From the director

More from Diego Gachassin

One more film directed by Diego Gachassin: Docile Bodies.

Full filmography

Seen Cell Block 4?

FAQ

Cell Block 4 FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Cell Block 4, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Cell Block 4?

Cell Block 4 runs 1 hour 10 minutes (70 minutes).

When was Cell Block 4 released?

Cell Block 4 was released on August 3, 2017.

Who directed Cell Block 4?

Cell Block 4 was directed by Diego Gachassin.

More films by Diego Gachassin

Who is in the cast of Cell Block 4?

Cell Block 4 stars Alberto Sarlo and Carlos “Kongo” Mena.

Does Cell Block 4 have a post-credit scene?

No. Cell Block 4 has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Cell Block 4 in?

The original language of Cell Block 4 is Spanish.

Coming soon to your phone

The Plot Explained Movie Summary App

From blockbusters to hidden gems: plot summaries, endings explained and timelines on your phone. Save your favorites and never miss a twist again.

Be the first to know when it launches. Your email stays private, always. Learn more about the app