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A team of prosecutors prepares an unprecedented case against leaders of Argentina’s former military dictatorship.

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In newly democratic Argentina, prosecutor Julio César Strassera is assigned to try leaders of the former military juntas. With young deputy Luis Moreno Ocampo, he assembles an inexperienced team to collect testimony about disappearances, torture, and state terror.

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Santiago Mitre makes historic prosecution gripping through witness preparation, office labor, political pressure, and Darín's anxious, stubborn Strassera.

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Ricardo Darín balances Strassera's fear, vanity, humor, and growing resolve. Case files, phone threats, family conversations, provincial interviews, courtroom testimony, and crowded offices make accountability a collective practical task.

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Golden Globes1 win2023 · official film record ↗
Best Motion Picture – Non-English Language2023 · Argentina, 1985official film record ↗

Totals include every recorded competitive win. Only Picture or top-film honors, Direction, Screenplay, and lead or supporting performances are named.

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Sight & Sound—IMDb Top 250—AFI 100—
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Great Cinema Master List scores

Greatness8.4
Engagement8.9
Ease8.9

Spanish · R
Narrative Feature
Mood: Compelling & Humane