The river people (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2013, The river people is a documentary film directed by Martín Benchimol, running about 62 minutes.
What it’s about. Ernestina is a small town of 150 people whose peculiar inhabitants are deeply concerned by the acts of vandalism perpetrated by the people who go bathe in the river. They decide to hire private security. What is really going on in Ernestina? A suspenseful, humorous and endearing documentary about the dynamics of these small-town people.
Who’s in it. The river people stars Rubén Urán, Nelly Esther Barreiro, Horacio Ivillerat and Jorge Oscar Ausilli, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The river people has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The river people page.
If you liked it. Fans of The river people tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The river people (2013)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The river people change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The river people worth watching?
- The river people holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The river people?
- The river people stars Rubén Urán, Nelly Esther Barreiro, Horacio Ivillerat, Jorge Oscar Ausilli and Ruben Gariador.
- When was The river people released?
- The river people was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 62 minutes.