El Comité(2006)
93 min · Documentary · Directed by Mateo Herrera
Released
A documentary chronicle of the prisoners’ takeover of the Garcia Moreno Penitentiary in Quito, Ecuador. The prisoners find they suddenly have a voice after they take 360 people hostage, and a pattern of abuse and corruption by the guards toward the prisoners becomes clear after lengthy negotiations.
Where to watch
Not available to stream, rent, or buy in the US yet.
US release dates
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