Breaking the Brick
El efecto ladrillo
“Stories of a Chile that changes.”
Synopsis
In 2019, millions of Chileans rose up in a popular revolt that resulted in radical change: the call for an assembly that will change the constitution imposed by the Pinochet dictatorship and its economic neoliberal model, referred to as ‘The Brick’. This change is seen through the eyes of two Chileans from opposing sides of the political spectrum. They experience a year of turmoil as protests give way to transformation. On the one side Ramiro, a wealthy businessman, and on the other side Mariana, a lower middle-class teacher. Historical conflicts that were long thought resolved come to light as the assembly process draws closer, showing how the wounds of a brutal dictatorship are deep, lasting and must be reconciled at all costs.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Mariana San Martín
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Ramiro Urenda
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Bernardo Cortés
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Corinne Warren
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Elinita Cuevas
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Jacqueline Alvarez
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Agatha Fuenzalida
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Luis Carrasco Diaz
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Margarita Tipetti
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Don Francisco
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Sergio Mercado
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Leonardo Maldonado
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Rodrigo Mobarec
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Felipe Contreras-Haye
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Josefa Monge
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Claudio Muñoz
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Camilo Herrera
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Paola Martínez
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Sheffield Doc/Fest
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rafael Valdeavellano, Carola Fuentes
- Screenplay & Story
- Carola Fuentes
- Original Score
- Gabriel Pulido
- Original Title
- El efecto ladrillo
- Country of Origin
- Chile, France, United States of America, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- La Ventana Cine, Doc Society, Perspective Fund, Sundance Institute, Open Society Foundations, Ford Foundation / JustFilms, ARTE
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rafael Valdeavellano, Carola Fuentes
Carola Fuentes
Gabriel Pulido
Sebastián Caro
Andrés Acevedo
Carola Fuentes, Rafael Valdeavellano
Department Leadership Roster
Rafael Valdeavellano
Director
Sebastián Caro
Director of Photography
Gabriel Pulido
Original Music Composer
Carola Fuentes
Producer
Rafael Valdeavellano
Producer
Andrés Acevedo
Editor
Carola Fuentes
Director
Carola Fuentes
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Breaking the Brick.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Breaking the Brick
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Breaking the Brick about?
In 2019, millions of Chileans rose up in a popular revolt that resulted in radical change: the call for an assembly that will change the constitution imposed by the Pinochet dictatorship and its economic neoliberal model, referred to as ‘The Brick’. This change is seen through the eyes of two Chileans from opposing sides of the political spectrum. They experience a year of turmoil as protests give way to transformation. On the one side Ramiro, a wealthy businessman, and on the other side Mariana, a lower middle-class teacher. Historical conflicts that were long thought resolved come to light as the assembly process draws closer, showing how the wounds of a brutal dictatorship are deep, lasting and must be reconciled at all costs.
Who directed Breaking the Brick?
Breaking the Brick was directed by Rafael Valdeavellano, Carola Fuentes.
Who stars in Breaking the Brick?
The principal cast of Breaking the Brick includes Mariana San Martín, Ramiro Urenda, Bernardo Cortés, Corinne Warren, Elinita Cuevas.
When was Breaking the Brick released and how long is it?
Breaking the Brick was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for Breaking the Brick?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Breaking the Brick was composed by Gabriel Pulido.