The Substitute
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Lucio, a prestigious university professor, takes the position of substitute teacher at a high school in the suburbs of Buenos Aires, where he grew up. Through tales, novels and poetry, he tries to distract his class from the harsh reality of their everyday lives. But soon, he must step out of his professional duties when Dilan, one of his students, is threatened by a local drug kingpin.
Storyline
Lucio, a prestigious university professor, takes the position of substitute teacher at a high school in the suburbs of Buenos Aires, where he grew up. Through tales, novels and poetry, he tries to distract his class from the harsh reality of their everyday lives. But soon, he must step out of his professional duties when Dilan, one of his students, is threatened by a local drug kingpin.
Released
2022
Runtime
1h 51min
Director
Revenue
$16,059
Status
Released
Language
Spanish
Production
Campo Cine, Arcadia, Bord Cadre Films, Esperanto Kino, Pimienta Films, Sovereign Films, Vivo Film
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