La Frontera (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1991, La Frontera is a drama and romance film directed by Ricardo Larraín, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. A Chilean teacher, Ramiro, is sentenced to internal exile in a southern town where tidal waves often appear. He falls for a woman, Maite, whose father asks him to take her away. Although he gets his freedom he doesn't leave and when the water rises, Maite and her father die, and Ramiro flees to the hills.
Who’s in it. La Frontera stars Patricio Contreras as Ramiro Orellana, Gloria Laso as Maite, Alonso Venegas as Delegate and Sergio Schmied as Secretary, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, La Frontera has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch La Frontera page.
If you liked it. Fans of La Frontera tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch La Frontera (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for La Frontera change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is La Frontera worth watching?
- La Frontera holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in La Frontera?
- La Frontera stars Patricio Contreras, Gloria Laso, Alonso Venegas, Sergio Schmied and Aldo Bernales.
- When was La Frontera released?
- La Frontera was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.