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Narciso

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Paraguay, 1959. Under a suffocating military regime, the charismatic and mysterious Narciso returns from Buenos Aires with rock & roll in his veins. He becomes a radio sensation and a symbol of freedom. Desired by both men and women, Narciso captivates and unsettles. After his final show, he is found lifeless. In a country where silence reigns and fear smothers the truth -- who killed Narciso?

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Sara Clements Next Best Picture Mar 14
6/10
While the backdrop is incredibly rich, the narrative often feels scattered, leaving Narciso as a mysterious thematic outline rather than a fully fleshed-out character we can truly mourn. Go to Full Review Dave Giannini Geek Vibes Nation Mar 14
7/10
Narciso is a film of complex themes, addictive energy, and challenging norms. Watching it, especially when Diro Romero is onscreen, is to feel the sway of radicalized youth and freedom. Go to Full Review Emiliano Basile EscribiendoCine Mar 3
6/10
More than grand dramatic outbursts, restrained gestures and suffocating atmospheres predominate, allowing the viewer to experience the invisible weight of control. [Full review in Spanish] Go to Full Review Carlos Esquives Cinencuentro Mar 3
The most interesting thing about [Narciso] is that it presents a crime drama without evidence, but with an obvious culprit. Now, this curious paradox is what could also define the great "invisible" enemy of this story. [Full review in Spanish] Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Cast & Crew

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Marcelo Martinessi

Director

Diro Romero

Actor

Manuel Cuenca

Actor

Arturo Fleitas

Actor

Margarita Irun

Actor

Mona Martínez

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Synopsis Paraguay, 1959. Under a suffocating military regime, the charismatic and mysterious Narciso returns from Buenos Aires with rock & roll in his veins. He becomes a radio sensation and a symbol of freedom. Desired by both men and women, Narciso captivates and unsettles. After his final show, he is found lifeless. In a country where silence reigns and fear smothers the truth -- who killed Narciso?
Director
Marcelo Martinessi
Producer
Sebastián Peña Escobar, Marcelo Martinessi
Screenwriter
Marcelo Martinessi
Production Co
La Babosa Cine
Genre
Drama
Original Language
Spanish
Runtime
1h 41m