The Uprising
Originally released in 1980. The Uprising is a drama/war film. directed by Peter Lilienthal.
Starring Augustin Pereira, Carlos Catania, and Maria Lourdes Centano de Zeleya
Synopsis
In Nicaragua, 1977, corruption and abuse of power are everyday occurrences under the Somoza family’s dictatorship. Eruptions of violence lead to a civil war, which the Sandinista revolutionaries win – at least for the time being. Against this backdrop, the conflict between a young soldier of the Somoza regime and his family, who sympathize with the insurgents, is illustrated.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 23, 1980
45 years ago
Runtime
1h 41m
101 minutes total
User Rating
4.0/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Costa Rica
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Production Companies
- ZDF
- Independent Film
- Provobis Film
- Von Vietinghoff Filmproduktion
- Istmo Film S.A.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Uprising about?
In Nicaragua, 1977, corruption and abuse of power are everyday occurrences under the Somoza family’s dictatorship. Eruptions of violence lead to a civil war, which the Sandinista revolutionaries ...
Who directed The Uprising?
The Uprising was directed by Peter Lilienthal.
How long is The Uprising?
The Uprising has a runtime of 1 hours and 41 minutes (101 minutes total).
When was The Uprising released?
The Uprising was released on October 23, 1980 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Uprising?
The main cast of The Uprising includes Augustin Pereira, Carlos Catania, Maria Lourdes Centano de Zeleya, Óscar Castillo, Guido Saenz.