El Colombiano de Keko

A sober, slow-burning true-story drama that keeps you tense and moved as it follows a long fight for freedom.

Directed by

Riccardo Gabrielli R.

Genres

Drama

Starring

Juan Cruz, Christian Tappan, Juan Pablo Raba

Overview

After spending eight years unjustly imprisoned in one of Tanzania's most dangerous prisons, Andrés Ballesteros regains his freedom thanks to the tenacious intervention of lawyer Vladimir Fernández and the diplomacy of the new government. This true story recounts a tireless struggle against state neglect and injustice to bring a Colombian home. It is a moving tale of redemption, hope, and the power of the human will in the face of adversity.

How it feels

Tense, earnest, uplifting and dark. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Justice, survival, isolation, redemption

Content

Mild violence and language. No gore or sexual content.

Note

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