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Zama (2017)

Drama, History • 1h 55m

Overview

In a remote South American colony in the late 18th century, officer Zama of the Spanish crown waits in vain for a transfer to a more prestigious location. He suffers small humiliations and petty politicking as he increasingly succumbs to lust and paranoia.

Director: Lucrecia Martel

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TSPDT

2026: #496
2025: #493
2024: #485
2023: #475

Length

115 mins

Type

Movie

Last Updated

9 months ago

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TSPDT
2026: #496
2025: #493
2024: #485
2023: #475
Length
115 mins
Type
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Last Updated
9 months ago
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