Cell Block 4 (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2017, Cell Block 4 is a documentary film directed by Diego Gachassin, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. Alberto Sarlo, an attorney and writer from La Plata, embarks on a utopian project: to teach philosophy, literature and boxing to 52 convicts from Cell Block 4 in a maximum security prison located in Florencio Varela, in the outskirts of Buenos Aires. Carlos "Kongo" Mena, an inmate who has just been released, returns to the jail as Sarlo's assistant, providing his perspective, somewhat closer to that of the reality of the other inmates. Alberto succeeds in turning Carlos into the first ex-convict hired to teach at Buenos Aires prisons. For many of them, he is proof that redemption is indeed possible.
Who’s in it. Cell Block 4 stars Alberto Sarlo and Carlos “Kongo” Mena.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Cell Block 4 sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cell Block 4 page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cell Block 4 (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cell Block 4 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Cell Block 4 worth watching?
- Cell Block 4 holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Cell Block 4?
- Cell Block 4 stars Alberto Sarlo and Carlos “Kongo” Mena.
- When was Cell Block 4 released?
- Cell Block 4 was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.