The Escape
"Freedom is an irresistible instinct."
Originally released in 2001. The Escape is a feature film. directed by Eduardo Mignogna.
Starring Miguel Ángel Solá, Ricardo Darín, and Gerardo Romano
Synopsis
In the summer of 1928, several inmates from the National Penitentiary in Buenos Aires managed to escape. The film narrates the fate of each of these runaways in search of their destiny - tough men with their own ethical codes and ready to do anything not to return to prison. Some of them will suffer violent deaths, while others manage de disappear. Sordid and moving stories, not excluding tenderness and love, mercy or horror sealed with a pact of prison love that will remain in the heart of Buenos Aires, as witness of the yearned-for freedom.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 24, 2001
24 years ago
Runtime
1h 57m
117 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (19 votes)
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Argentina
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Director
Top Cast
Miguel Ángel Solá
as Laureano Irala
Ricardo Darín
as Domingo Santaló, 'El Pibe'
Gerardo Romano
as Julio Bordiola
Patricio Contreras
as Eusebio Duval
Inés Estévez
as Tabita
Norma Aleandro
as La Varela
Arturo Maly
as Pedro Escofet
Alejandro Awada
as Tomás Opitti
Vando Villamil
as Omar Zajur
Alberto Jiménez
as Camilo Vallejo
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Escape about?
In the summer of 1928, several inmates from the National Penitentiary in Buenos Aires managed to escape. The film narrates the fate of each of these runaways in search of their destiny - tough men ...
Who directed The Escape?
The Escape was directed by Eduardo Mignogna.
How long is The Escape?
The Escape has a runtime of 1 hours and 57 minutes (117 minutes total).
When was The Escape released?
The Escape was released on May 24, 2001 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Escape?
The main cast of The Escape includes Miguel Ángel Solá, Ricardo Darín, Gerardo Romano, Patricio Contreras, Inés Estévez.