Blue Files (2023): cast, story & where to watch

2023 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 2023, Blue Files is a documentary film directed by Ander Iriarte, running about 113 minutes.

What it’s about. Like many others, Ander suspects that what his father really suffered in that police station was torture. Seeking to clarify his suspicions, he will discover the Project of investigation into torture and abuse in the Basque Country between 1960-2014 drafted by the Basque Country as part of the Peace and Coexistence Plan. Appalled by the results published in the investigation, he meets the doctors, psychologists, psychiatrists and lawyers who participated in the project, who will introduce him to concepts such as "psychological torture", the "Istanbul Protocol" and "statistical approximation" and will show him the reality of torture in the global north.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Blue Files 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 Blue Files page.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch Blue Files (2023)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Blue Files change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Blue Files worth watching?
Blue Files holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
When was Blue Files released?
Blue Files was released in 2023, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.