Night of the Pencils 1986
“They were young students. They were raped, tortured, and shot.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 105 minutes
- Director
- Héctor Olivera
- Network
- Aries Cinematográfica Argentina
What is Night of the Pencils?
Night of the Pencils is a film first released in 1986. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1986
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 105 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 4, 1986
- Original language
- ES
- Origin
- Argentina
- Studios
- Aries Cinematográfica Argentina
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.0/10 from 72 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~105 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Aries Cinematográfica Argentina
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Overview
Night of the Pencils is a film first released in 1986. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Aries Cinematográfica Argentina. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A harrowing drama recounting the 1976 abduction and murder of Argentine students.”
- Based on real events
- Strong performances from a notable Argentine cast
- Highlights a dark period of Argentine history
- Graphic violence and sexual assault may be disturbing
Watch it if you are interested in historical dramas about Argentina’s 1970s dictatorship.
The film contains graphic violence and sexual assault, making it unsuitable for sensitive viewers.
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Frequently asked questions
What historical event does the film depict?
It depicts the kidnappings, torture and murder of students during Argentina’s National Reorganization Process in 1976.
Is the film based on a true story?
Yes, it is based on real events and on a non‑fiction book by María Seoane and Héctor Ruiz Núñez.
When was the film released?
The film was released in 1986, with a US release on March 14, 1987.
What genre is the film?
It is classified as a drama.
Who are some of the main actors?
The cast includes Alejo García Pintos, Vita Escardó, Leonardo Sbaraglia, José María Monje, Pablo Machado, Adriana Salonia and Héctor Bidonde.
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