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El Círculo (2008) : distribution, intrigue et streaming

2008 · Film · ★ 5.9

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Released in 2008, El Círculo is a notable film directed by Aldo Garay.

What it’s about. Award-winning documentary about how one Uruguayan leftist survived solitary confinement during the dirty war. The story of former Tupamaro guerilla fighter, Henry Engler, whose prolonged confinement and torture during the Uruguayan dictatorship led to a mental breakdown. Today Dr. Engler is a Swedish citizen and a scientist renowned for his research into Alzheimer’s disease. In this impressive documentary, the scientist visits the places of his painful past, painting an intimate and disturbing portrait of prison life under the dictatorship.

Who’s in it. El Círculo stars José Mujica as Self.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, El Círculo 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 El Círculo page.

Questions fréquentes

Where can I watch El Círculo (2008)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for El Círculo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is El Círculo worth watching?
El Círculo holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in El Círculo?
El Círculo stars José Mujica.
When was El Círculo released?
El Círculo was released in 2008.