The Lifeguard movie poster

The Lifeguard

October 15, 2011 1h 4m 6.6/10 (9 votes)

Originally released in 2011. The Lifeguard is a documentary film. directed by Maite Alberdi. At just 64 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Mauricio Rodríguez

Synopsis

Mauricio, a lifeguard on a Chilean beach, considers himself to be a model of efficiency and professionalism. His colleagues, however, think otherwise, and speculate on why he never goes into the water. Maite Alberdi's visually gorgeous feature documentary debut has the intensity of a short story; beginning as a quirky character study of lifeguards and beachgoers, it becomes something altogether darker and more shocking when events take a dramatic turn.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 15, 2011 14 years ago
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Runtime 1h 4m 64 minutes total
User Rating 6.6/10 Good (9 votes)
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Language Spanish Original language
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Country Chile Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
ES

Production Companies

  • Errante Producciones
  • Micromundo

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Lifeguard about?

Mauricio, a lifeguard on a Chilean beach, considers himself to be a model of efficiency and professionalism. His colleagues, however, think otherwise, and speculate on why he never goes into the wa...

Who directed The Lifeguard?

The Lifeguard was directed by Maite Alberdi.

How long is The Lifeguard?

The Lifeguard has a runtime of 1 hours and 4 minutes (64 minutes total).

When was The Lifeguard released?

The Lifeguard was released on October 15, 2011 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Lifeguard?

The main cast of The Lifeguard includes Mauricio Rodríguez.