Las cruces
Synopsis
In September 1973, 19 paper mill workers were imprisoned and taken to the Laja police station. Six years later, their bodies were found in Yumbel’s cemetery. After almost 40 years, one of the policemen involved broke the pact of silence they had made the night of the killing, revealing the participation of the Paper Manufacturing Company (CMPC) in the murder. Today, the case is still open and awaiting sentence.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Valdivia Interntional Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Carlos Vásquez Méndez, Teresa Arredondo
- Screenplay & Story
- Carlos Vásquez Méndez, Teresa Arredondo
- Original Title
- Las cruces
- Country of Origin
- Chile
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Carlos Vásquez Méndez, Teresa Arredondo
Carlos Vásquez Méndez, Teresa Arredondo
Carlos Vásquez Méndez
Martín Sappia
Patricio Muñoz G., Teresa Arredondo, Carlos Vásquez Méndez, Claudio Leiva Araos
Department Leadership Roster
Carlos Vásquez Méndez
Director
Martín Sappia
Editor
Teresa Arredondo
Director
Carlos Vásquez Méndez
Screenplay
Teresa Arredondo
Screenplay
Teresa Arredondo
Producer
Carlos Vásquez Méndez
Producer
Claudio Leiva Araos
Producer
Carlos Vásquez Méndez
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Las cruces.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Las cruces
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Las cruces about?
In September 1973, 19 paper mill workers were imprisoned and taken to the Laja police station. Six years later, their bodies were found in Yumbel’s cemetery. After almost 40 years, one of the policemen involved broke the pact of silence they had made the night of the killing, revealing the participation of the Paper Manufacturing Company (CMPC) in the murder. Today, the case is still open and awaiting sentence.
Who directed Las cruces?
Las cruces was directed by Carlos Vásquez Méndez, Teresa Arredondo.
Who stars in Las cruces?
The principal cast of Las cruces includes Not specified.
When was Las cruces released and how long is it?
Las cruces was released in 2018 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.