Harpoon
(Arpón)
Tom Espinoza | Drama, Fiction
2016 | 82 minutes | Argentina, Venezuela
A high school principal known for his unconventional ways investigates suspected drug use in rebellious Cata, only to uncover a deeper, untold narrative.
Synopsis
High school principal Mr. Arguello has developed a reputation among the students and teachers for his unorthodox methods. Day after day, he searches the backpacks of his students, looking for a threat.
Cata, a 14-year-old student, has an accident by the lake. Arguello takes care of her for a few hours while waiting for her parents to arrive. This wait will unleash the most important story of their lives.
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Main credits
Espinoza, Tom (film director)
Espinoza, Tom (screenwriter)
Silva, Germán de (actor)
Suárez, Nina (actor)
Celentano, Ana (actor)
Aliaga Martín (film producer)
Other credits
Cinematography, Manuel Rebella; editor, Leandro Aste; music, Nascuy Linares.
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Festivals
Warsaw International Film Festival; Chicago International Film Festival; São Paulo International Film Festival; Göteborg Film Festival; Valladolid International Film Festival
DIRECTOR: Tom Espinoza
NATIONALITY: Argentina, Venezuela
YEAR: 2016
GENRE: Drama, Fiction
LANGUAGE: Spanish
COLOR / B&W: Color
GRADE LEVEL: Middle School, High School, College, Adults
SUBTITLE/CC: AVAILABLE
AUDIO DESCRIPTION: NOT AVAILABLE
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