Heart of the Wolf

A harrowing, intimate descent into indoctrination and survival, told with unflinching realism and emotional weight.

Directed by

Francisco J. Lombardi

Genres

Drama

Starring

Víctor Acurio, Jared Vicente Sánchez, Silvana Goycochea

Overview

Inspired by actual events, the film follows Aquiles, an Amazonian boy abducted by the terrorist group Shining Path. Through his testimony, we witness his journey from victim to fighter and his desperate attempt to escape. A raw and intimate look at indoctrination, violence, and survival, the film reconstructs his struggle for identity and freedom.

How it feels

Bleak, dark, tense and earnest. Slow-burning and demanding.

About

Survival, identity, violence, war

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore and language. No sexual content.

Note

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