On October 2, 1968, a student uprising descends into violence after the Mexican government begins to use lethal force against the protesters.
Direction
Fons traps you in one apartment as horror unfolds outside.
Acting
María Rojo's silent terror will haunt your dreams.
Writing
Everyday dialogue that curdles into dread—no melodrama needed.
Director
Jorge Fons
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Released in 1990 after 22 years of official silence, this film helped crack open Mexico's historical denial about Tlatelolco. Director Jorge Fons was blacklisted during the 'dirty war.'
The apartment set was built to exact 1968 specifications; Demián Bichir (Jorge) would later star in 'A Better Life' and become the first Mexican-born actor nominated for Best Actor in 40 years.
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