The Official Story
"A truth too frightening to ignore"
Originally released in 1985. The Official Story is a drama/history film. directed by Luis Puenzo.
Starring Norma Aleandro, Héctor Alterio, and Hugo Arana
Synopsis
Buenos Aires, Argentina, 1983. In the last and turbulent days of the military dictatorship, Alicia, a high school history teacher, begins to ask uncomfortable questions about the dark origins of Gaby, her adopted daughter.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 3, 1985
40 years ago
Runtime
1h 52m
112 minutes total
User Rating
7.5/10
Great (199 votes)
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Argentina
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Production Companies
- Progress Communications
- Historias Cinematográficas
- Cinemanía
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Official Story about?
Buenos Aires, Argentina, 1983. In the last and turbulent days of the military dictatorship, Alicia, a high school history teacher, begins to ask uncomfortable questions about the dark origins of Ga...
Who directed The Official Story?
The Official Story was directed by Luis Puenzo.
How long is The Official Story?
The Official Story has a runtime of 1 hours and 52 minutes (112 minutes total).
When was The Official Story released?
The Official Story was released on April 3, 1985 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Official Story?
The main cast of The Official Story includes Norma Aleandro, Héctor Alterio, Hugo Arana, Guillermo Battaglia, Chela Ruiz.
Is The Official Story worth watching?
The Official Story has a user rating of 7.5/10 based on 199 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.