A Place in the World (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1992, A Place in the World is an action and drama film directed by Adolfo Aristarain, running about 121 minutes.
What it’s about. Mario and Ana, in voluntary exile from Buenos Aires, live in a remote Argentine valley with their 12-year-old son Ernesto. Mario runs a school and a wool cooperative; Ana, a doctor, heads a clinic with Nelda, a progressive nun. Into this idealistic family comes Hans, a jaded Spanish geological engineer -- surveying the land for the local patron, to see if it can be dammed for hydro-electric power, which would drive the peasants from the land into the cities.
Who’s in it. A Place in the World stars Federico Luppi as Mario, José Sacristán as Hans, Leonor Benedetto as Nelda and Cecilia Roth as Ana, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, A Place in the World has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $99.7K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Place in the World page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Place in the World tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Place in the World (1992)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Place in the World change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Place in the World worth watching?
- A Place in the World holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in A Place in the World?
- A Place in the World stars Federico Luppi, José Sacristán, Leonor Benedetto, Cecilia Roth and Rodolfo Ranni.