Psychological Thriller ‘Chile ’76’ Paints a Bleak Picture of Life Under Pinochet

Dialogue and scenes involving politics are few, mirroring how Pinochet prohibited public discourse of governmental affairs. Even private discussion amongst family and close friends is shown creating deep unease.

Via Kino Lorber
Aline Küppenheim in ‘Chile ’76.’ Via Kino Lorber

As a color, pink has been hot for several years now, from the so-called millennial pink of a few years ago to the “Barbie” pink of the upcoming movie. In terms of impact, though, one might never see the color in the same way after watching “Chile ’76.” Referenced in the movie’s mise-en-scène (wall color, cake frosting, etc.), via light filters, and even the title sequence, myriad tones of pink denote danger, uncertainty, and vulnerability, conditions that match its depiction of Chile after Pinochet’s coup.

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