Upallay
Synopsis
Upallay follows the story of Beto, a young journalist eagerly awaiting the birth of his first child with the love of his life. He receives a visit from Luis, his best friend, who invites him on a journey to the Peruvian highlands to cover a strange event taking place during the Internal Armed Conflict. It’s the opportunity they’ve been waiting for—to use journalism as a tool for social change and a means to uncover the truth in a time of terror and uncertainty. Despite the fear and the risk, Beto accepts the challenge, driven by his commitment to the truth. However, upon arriving in the conflict zone, the team is warned of the dangers they face. In the midst of the chaos, they are mistaken for terrorists and sentenced to death by an Andean community.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Javier Márquez
- Screenplay & Story
- Javier Márquez
- Original Title
- Upallay
- Country of Origin
- Peru
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 28m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Javier Márquez
Javier Márquez
Antonella Mergoni, Valkiria Valles
Department Leadership Roster
Javier Márquez
Director
Antonella Mergoni
Producer
Valkiria Valles
Producer
Javier Márquez
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Upallay
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What is Upallay about?
Upallay follows the story of Beto, a young journalist eagerly awaiting the birth of his first child with the love of his life. He receives a visit from Luis, his best friend, who invites him on a journey to the Peruvian highlands to cover a strange event taking place during the Internal Armed Conflict. It’s the opportunity they’ve been waiting for—to use journalism as a tool for social change and a means to uncover the truth in a time of terror and uncertainty. Despite the fear and the risk, Beto accepts the challenge, driven by his commitment to the truth. However, upon arriving in the conflict zone, the team is warned of the dangers they face. In the midst of the chaos, they are mistaken for terrorists and sentenced to death by an Andean community.
Who directed Upallay?
Upallay was directed by Javier Márquez.
Who stars in Upallay?
The principal cast of Upallay includes Alejandro Guzmán, Anibal Lozano Herrera.
When was Upallay released and how long is it?
Upallay was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 28m.