185 Essential Films of Argentine Cinema
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Born and BredMovie · 2006 · 100m · Drama, RomanceIn Patagonia, a successful interior designer's life unravels following a devastating accident.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.4 - 2
All About AsadoMovie · 2016 · 85mAll About Asado is a journey into Argentina's food culture. Asado, the tradition of grilling meat, is both a culinary practice and a cherished ritual. It blends ancient and contemporary elements, embodying both rustic simplicity and refined skill. The film uniquely reveals core aspects of Argentine identity. Combining road-movie elements, documentary footage, and fictional storytelling, Gastón Duprat and Mariano Cohn playfully examine the almost sacred tradition of asado, offering a witty and insightful look at Argentina's passion for meat.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.5 - 3
Son of the BrideMovie · 2001 · 123m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceRafael Belvedere, 42, is struggling with a personal crisis. He's weighed down by his father's legacy, feels guilty about neglecting his mother, is criticized by his ex-wife for not spending enough time with their daughter, and hasn't committed to his current girlfriend. After a minor heart attack, he reconnects with Juan Carlos, a childhood friend, who assists Rafael in reexamining his life.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.5 - 4
Lost EmbraceMovie · 2004 · 99m · Drama, ComedyIn Buenos Aires, twenty-something Ariel Makaroff, a Jewish-Argentinean, abandons his architecture studies. Instead, he drifts through the downtown gallery where his mother owns a lingerie shop and his brother manages an import business. Ariel has always wondered why his father abandoned him as an infant, but his father's return to Argentina is about to provide answers.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.5 - 5
A Boyfriend for My WifeMovie · 2008 · 100m · Romance, Comedy, DramaEl Tenso struggles to tell his volatile wife, Tana, that he wants a divorce. His friend Carlos advises him to orchestrate Tana's departure by hiring Cuervo Flores, a captivating charmer, to seduce her. The plan is to make Tana fall in love with someone else.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.2 - 6
FindeMovie · 2021 · 86mDuring the COVID-19 pandemic, a couple seeking respite from lockdown takes a weekend getaway to a countryside villa. The villa owners offer to stay with them, providing attentive service like a luxury hotel, but their hospitality conceals a hidden agenda.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.5 - 7
Thesis on a HomicideMovie · 2013 · 106m · Thriller, DramaRoberto, a law professor, has his life upended when he becomes certain one of his brightest students is guilty of a violent crime. Driven to find out what really happened, he starts his own investigation.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.3 - 8
Don't Die Without Telling Me Where You're GoingMovie · 1995 · 130mA solitary film projectionist experiences a series of strange occurrences that lead him to believe he is the reincarnation of a pioneering cinema inventor. He also discovers that a woman appearing in his dreams is his destined partner, accompanying him on a journey spanning centuries.IMDb 7.0TMDB 5.9 - 9
Music on HoldMovie · 2009 · 98mEzequiel, a film composer struggling for inspiration, and Paula, a recently abandoned pregnant woman visited by her mother-in-law from Spain, find themselves drawn together as they navigate their individual challenges. They attempt to help each other resolve their problems.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.8 - 10
RojoMovie · 2018 · 106m · Drama, Mystery, ThrillerArgentina, 1975. Claudio, a respected lawyer in a small provincial town, finds his life disrupted by a petty argument with a stranger in a busy restaurant.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.0 - 11
KamchatkaMovie · 2002 · 106m · DramaIn 1976, Argentina is ruled by a military government. Thousands of people are persecuted and abducted. The film follows the parents of two children who, aware they are targets, choose to go into hiding.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.6 - 12
Chronicle of a Boy AloneMovie · 1965 · 79m · DramaDuring a difficult time in Argentina marked by fascism and political repression, the story follows an eleven-year-old orphan struggling to survive on the streets. He's a troubled child navigating a world with little kindness. As he tries to find his place within his community, the film explores themes of resilience, hope, and the strength of the human spirit when facing hardship. Through detailed storytelling, we see a young boy’s struggles and successes as he searches for belonging in a world determined to break him.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.7 - 13
Notes for My SonMovie · 2020 · 83m · DramaFacing a terminal cancer diagnosis, a woman creates a unique notebook for her son, filled with reflections on life, death, and love – a lasting memento of her. Based on a true story.IMDb 6.5TMDB 7.5 - 14
El bonaerenseMovie · 2002 · 105m · Drama, CrimeZapa is a locksmith living in a small, quiet town in Buenos Aires province. After a mistake lands him in trouble, his uncle – a retired police officer – helps him by getting him released and sending him to Buenos Aires to pursue a career as a police officer. He soon finds himself drawn into a different kind of corruption.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.8 - 15
Evil WomanMovie · 2013 · 92mRosario is a professional killer who targets men who harm women. Her capture by the police shatters her image as a vigilante. However, Maria, a woman suffering from hysteria and illness, rescues Rosario, offering her a new assignment in return.IMDb 3.4TMDB 3.2 - 16
Safe PassageMovie · 2015 · 111mIn Spain today, Miguel's mind is lost in the past – specifically, 1970s Argentina, where he fought for his beliefs. He's consumed by a search for a woman named Diana. Mario, Miguel's estranged son, is drawn back into his father's life and compelled to uncover the truth behind this haunting name that has always shadowed him.IMDb 6.5TMDB 4.5 - 17
The SummitMovie · 2017 · 114m · Drama, ThrillerDuring a summit in Chile focused on Latin America's political alliances, Argentine President Hernán Blanco navigates personal and political turmoil, ultimately confronting his inner struggles.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.9 - 18
Cenizas del paraísoMovie · 1997 · 116mA judge falls from the roof of the Federal Courthouse. A woman is murdered. A link exists between the judge, the murder victim, and the judge's three sons, a connection a determined female judge seeks to uncover.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.8 - 19
La CiénagaMovie · 2001 · 101m · DramaIn the heat of a northern Argentina summer, two middle-class families seek respite in a decaying estate and a simple townhouse. The relaxed setting reveals underlying tensions and strained relationships among them, as well as the dynamics between parents, children, and servants. Their everyday lives – filled with leisure, conversation, and hidden longings – highlight the complexities of class, tradition, and faith.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.9 - 20
RefugiadoMovie · 2014 · 95mSeven-year-old Matías comes home from a birthday party to find his mother, Laura, unconscious. After she recovers, they flee their home and spend 48 hours at a women's shelter before Laura decides to start over. The story unfolds through Matías’ perspective as they navigate a new city where everything feels unfamiliar and threatening until Laura finds a safe place for them to build a life together.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.0 - 21
The Man Who Loved UFOsMovie · 2024 · 107mDuring the late 1980s, journalist José de Zer pursues evidence of extraterrestrial life in Argentina, resorting to fabricating proof and sparking a bizarre media frenzy.IMDb 5.3TMDB 6.5 - 22
UnderdogsMovie · 2013 · 107m · Animation, Adventure, RomanceAmadeo, a quiet but gifted foosball player, is in love with the independent Laura. Their peaceful life is disrupted by Grosso, a famous soccer star who returns home with plans to demolish the village for a sports stadium. When Grosso kidnaps Laura, Amadeo is astonished as the foosball figurines from his table come to life and help him rescue her and save his town.IMDb 6.4TMDB 7.0 - 23
El espejo de los otrosMovie · 2015 · 119mThe Cenacle is a distinctive restaurant where guests share a single table for an evening of introspection. Each night, diners gather in a ruined temple for a unique "last supper," using the time to contemplate significant decisions in their lives. The film weaves together four interconnected stories, alongside the secret history that binds the restaurant's owners. Beautiful music accompanies the experience.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.2 - 24
History of the OccultMovie · 2023 · 82m · Drama, Horror, ThrillerIn the final broadcast of 60 Minutes Before Midnight, the most-watched news program on television, Adrián Marcato was poised to reveal a conspiracy linking the government to a shadowy secret society.IMDb 6.3TMDB 7.0 - 25
The Official StoryMovie · 1985 · 112m · Drama, HistoryIn 1983 Buenos Aires, Argentina, history teacher Alicia begins investigating the dark truths of her country's recent military dictatorship. She adopts a young girl named Gaby, unknowingly setting her on an unexpected course.
Alicia’s passion for history and desire for answers lead her to uncover secrets about Argentina's past, raising questions about Gaby's origins. Determined to find the truth, she wants to protect Gaby from a hidden past that has deeply affected the nation.
As Alicia navigates a world of secrets and betrayals, her love for Gaby and pursuit of justice drive her forward. Set against a nation rebuilding, this story explores motherhood, justice, and the strength of human connection in difficult times.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.4 - 26
27: The Cursed ClubMovie · 2018 · 80mAfter a musician's death raises questions, a researcher and a devoted fan investigate the recurring phenomenon of rock stars dying at age 27.IMDb 3.6TMDB 4.3 - 27
Extraordinary StoriesMovie · 2008 · 242mA newcomer arrives in a quiet town and witnesses a violent crime. Taking over the duties of a recently deceased manager, they discover a coded notebook and a map. Meanwhile, another person is hired to travel down a river to investigate a series of strange stone structures erected along its banks.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.7 - 28
Heroic LosersMovie · 2019 · 116m · Comedy, ThrillerIn a town in the Northwest of Buenos Aires province, a group of neighbors organizes to revitalize their local economy. However, when a national banking crisis hits and they are defrauded, their dreams are shattered. Determined to recover their lost funds, they band together to confront their powerful adversary.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.6 - 29
ShowroomMovie · 2014 · 78mDiego is unemployed and determined to return to the city, no matter what. He leaves his family in Delta del Tigre and takes a job as a salesman in a showroom. There, he becomes consumed by his work, leading him into increasingly bizarre and unsettling situations that push him to the edge.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.6 - 30
The Long Night of Francisco SanctisMovie · 2017 · 76mIn 1977 Argentina, under military rule, office worker Francisco Sanctis lives a peaceful life with his family in Buenos Aires. His quiet existence is disrupted when an old friend contacts him after two decades, requesting a signature. During their meeting, she reveals her true purpose: to ask Francisco to warn two friends who are about to be abducted by the army. Now, Francisco must decide whether to risk everything for these two strangers.IMDb 6.5TMDB 5.9 - 31
Wind TracesMovie · 2019 · 95mWhen the father leaves, the family is shattered and lost. The mother and children must confront their anxieties and learn to adapt in order to find a way forward.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.7 - 32
The IntruderMovie · 2021 · 95mInés is a dubbing actress and choir singer living in Buenos Aires. During a seemingly perfect vacation, she experiences a traumatic event from which she struggles to recover. She's plagued by sleeplessness and intense nightmares, accompanied by unsettling sounds originating within her. In waking life, Inés finds herself inexplicably surrounded by people who appear to have stepped directly from her dreams.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.8 - 33
Wake Up LoveMovie · 1996 · 98mErnesto, a journalist in his 40s shaped by a history of political persecution and exile, is haunted by his past. When his friend Ricardo suggests a reunion after 25 years, they gather their old friends to reconnect through rock n' roll. Among them is Ana, a former love who unexpectedly disrupts Ernesto’s life. The group includes Ricardo's wife, Ana, who is often depressed and hypochondriac, and Ernesto himself, a journalist who left her years ago for a life pursuing socialist ideals in Cuba.IMDb 6.7TMDB 5.2 - 34
Aballay, the Man without FearMovie · 2011 · 100mAballay is a hot-headed gaucho. After killing someone, the terrified expression on the victim's son's face makes him realize the brutality of his actions. Years later, that boy's look continues to haunt him. Aballay understands that the boy will eventually seek revenge.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.3 - 35
El AngelMovie · 2018 · 115m · Drama, CrimeBuenos Aires, Argentina, 1971. Carlos Robledo Puch is a seemingly innocent 19-year-old with a talent for theft and a cold heart. His life takes a dangerous turn when he meets Ramón, and together they embark on a path of crime and violence.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.4 - 36
The Motorcycle DiariesMovie · 2004 · 126m · DramaThis film is based on the journals of Che Guevara, the leader of the Cuban Revolution. In his writings, Guevara details his experiences with his close friend Alberto Granado during a motorcycle journey across South America in the early 1950s.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.4 - 37
The QuietudeMovie · 2018 · 117m · Thriller, DramaIn a country ruled by a military dictatorship, Eugenia is brought back together with her family after her father has a stroke. She is then compelled to face long-hidden secrets.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.1 - 38
Moon of AvellanedaMovie · 2004 · 143m · Drama, RomanceThis is the story of a local social and sports club in a Buenos Aires neighborhood, and the people fighting to keep it open.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1 - 39
MurciélagosMovie · 2020TMDB 2.0 - 40
WidowsMovie · 2011 · 100mWhen a man dies, his wife and his lover find themselves unexpectedly sharing a home.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.6 - 41
Wild TangoMovie · 1993 · 124m · Drama, MusicThis biographical film tells the remarkable story of Argentine rock star 'Tanguito' during a difficult period in his country's history under a repressive military government. The story unfolds against a backdrop of political turmoil and social unrest, showing a time when freedom of expression was limited and challenging the established order carried great risk.
The film follows Tanguito's career as it reaches great success, then experiences a sudden and dramatic decline. It explores his personal struggles and achievements, revealing his complicated relationship with societal expectations and his artistic goals.
The movie offers an honest look at this time in Argentina, highlighting how music became a powerful voice of protest during an oppressive regime. As audiences watch Tanguito's rise and fall, they gain a unique understanding of the sacrifices involved in being a rebel during times of unrest.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.2 - 42
At the End of the TunnelMovie · 2016 · 120m · Crime, ThrillerA paraplegic computer engineer, who lives in his basement and uses a wheelchair, begins hearing noises and voices that sound like bank robbers.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.1 - 43
Argentina 1985Movie · 2022 · 141m · Drama, History, CrimeDuring the 1980s, a group of lawyers confronts the leaders of Argentina's brutal military regime in a challenging fight against a ticking clock.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.8 - 44
The Weasel's TaleMovie · 2019 · 129m · Comedy, MysteryA group of seasoned actors and filmmakers fight to hold onto their mansion as a young couple attempts to evict them.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.5 - 45
The EscapeMovie · 2001 · 117mDuring the summer of 1928, a group of inmates escaped from Buenos Aires' National Penitentiary. The film follows their individual journeys as they seek freedom, each a hardened man with a strong sense of right and wrong, determined to avoid recapture. Some face violent ends, while others vanish without a trace. These are gritty and emotional stories, including moments of tenderness and love, mercy, and horror, all bound by a shared prison camaraderie and the longing for liberation that resonated throughout Buenos Aires that year.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.1 - 46
My MasterpieceMovie · 2018 · 100m · ComedyArturo, a successful art gallery owner, and Renzo, a gifted but self-destructive painter, are longtime friends who constantly argue. Seeking a solution to their shared difficulties, Arturo proposes a plan. However, the scheme they devise proves to be more outlandish and dangerous than either of them anticipated.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.2 - 47
RecreoMovie · 2018 · 96mThree couples and their children spend a long weekend together in the countryside. What begins as a joyful reunion among friends gradually turns into a shared living situation, stirring up old conflicts, buried secrets, and unforeseen connections.IMDb 5.7TMDB 6.2 - 48
Buenos Aires viceversaMovie · 1996 · 122mBuenos Aires: a city of intricate characters, layered history, and raw reality. This film mirrors the city itself – complex and demanding. Told in the voices of its people, it explores how they navigate the present while grappling with their past.IMDb 6.9TMDB 5.5 - 49
Garage OlimpoMovie · 1999 · 98m · DramaA determined Argentine activist is captured by her enemies and unexpectedly encounters one of her captors. Instead of the brutal interrogation she expects, she finds him surprisingly restrained, a man whose job should involve inflicting pain.
The film examines power dynamics and relationships, exploring trust, loyalty, and survival during political turmoil. The protagonist's resilience is tested as she navigates this unusual situation, questioning her captor's motives. Through nuanced character development, the film prompts viewers to reconsider assumptions about power, control, and humanity in extreme circumstances.IMDb 7.3TMDB 6.8 - 50
Man Facing SoutheastMovie · 1987 · 109m · Mystery, Science Fiction, DramaA mysterious person appears at a psychiatric hospital, identifying as an alien from another planet. The kind extraterrestrial is intrigued by human behavior but troubled by humanity's cruelty. The psychiatrist assigned to him starts to re-evaluate his own unhappiness and finds new perspectives in the patient’s observations. However, he faces challenges from the hospital's rules. This story explores what it means to be human, the importance of empathy, and how much we can truly understand each other.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.5 - 51
CaranchoMovie · 2010 · 107m · Thriller, Drama, RomanceSosa is a lawyer who frequents hospital waiting rooms, seeking clients for insurance claims related to traffic accidents. His life changes when he falls in love with Luján, an ambulance medic. He attempts to leave his work, but the law firm he works for makes it difficult for him to walk away.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.7 - 52
Nine QueensMovie · 2000 · 114m · Crime, Thriller, DramaTwo con artists attempt to defraud a stamp collector by selling him a sheet of fake, highly sought-after rare stamps known as the "nine queens."IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.8 - 53
VolleyMovie · 2015 · 95mDuring a New Year's Eve gathering at his grandfather's cabin with friends, a charming young man develops an unexpected romantic interest in one of the guests.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.7 - 54
Incident LightMovie · 2015 · 95mSet in 1960s Argentina, the film follows a young woman who is raising her twin daughters on her own after her husband's death. She begins a relationship with a charming older man who is also enigmatic.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.3 - 55
Phase 7Movie · 2010 · 95m · Thriller, Science Fiction, ComedyWhen their apartment is quarantined, a man fiercely defends his pregnant wife from their concerned neighbors.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.6 - 56
The Siamese BondMovie · 2021 · 82mEstela and her mother Clota travel from their home in Junín to Costa Bonita, a town in Necochea. They are going to view apartments that Estela's father inherited.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.3 - 57
The Good IntentionsMovie · 2019 · 85mA man used to a relaxed life is upended when his ex-wife and her new partner announce they're relocating from Argentina to Paraguay with their children.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.3 - 58
Intimate StoriesMovie · 2002 · 92m · Comedy, DramaThree individuals and a baby begin journeys along the same road through the remote landscapes of Patagonia. Their different hopes and experiences unexpectedly connect as they travel the stunning, empty route.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.3 - 59
The Forbidden EducationMovie · 2012 · 146mThis film examines the current system of schooling and our understanding of education, contrasting it with alternative learning approaches. It highlights the growing need for a fresh perspective on how we educate.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.0 - 60
Brain DrainMovie · 1998 · 95mFideo and Panta are teenage thieves who dream of reaching the United States. Their lives are a mix of mischief and adventure, but their story becomes a romance when they innocently fall in love and learn to navigate life with surprising maturity. The film follows them through tender moments under the stars and thrilling police chases. While they might try to steal your car radio, they'll definitely steal your heart.IMDb 5.9TMDB 4.8 - 61
The Dark Side of the HeartMovie · 1992 · 127m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceOliveiro, a young poet in Buenos Aires, struggles to balance his love of writing with the need to survive. He sells his ideas to an advertising agency and trades poems for food. He travels to Montevideo and falls in love with Ana, a prostitute.
Returning to Buenos Aires, Oliveiro takes a job with a publicity agency, saving for three days with Ana. As their relationship unfolds, and moments of intense intimacy occur, Oliveiro confronts the complexities of love and the sacrifices needed for a relationship.
The film explores the connection between art, commerce, and romantic ideals, examining how far a man will go to follow his heart.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2 - 62
No ReturnMovie · 2010 · 104m · Drama, Action, ThrillerThis is a thriller about a man wrongly accused of a crime.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.0 - 63
The Headless WomanMovie · 2008 · 87m · Drama, MysteryFollowing a car accident, Vero is deeply disturbed. She begins to suspect she may have been involved in a fatality.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.2 - 64
Lion's DenMovie · 2008 · 113m · DramaJulia, a 25-year-old university student who is two weeks pregnant and has no prior criminal history, is imprisoned for murdering the father of her child. The film explores themes of motherhood, incarceration, and justice, focusing on confinement, guilt, and isolation. But primarily, it centers on Julia and her son, Tomas, who is born within an Argentine prison.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.2 - 65
Gatica, the MonkeyMovie · 1993 · 136mThis is the story of Jose Maria Gatica, widely known as Gatica el Mono, who was Argentina's most popular boxing champion throughout the 1940s and 1950s.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.2 - 66
The Tenth ManMovie · 2016 · 82m · Comedy, DramaAriel returns after a long absence to Buenos Aires, his father's childhood home in the lively Jewish neighborhood of El Once. During the week-long Purim holiday, Ariel tries to rebuild a relationship with his father. His father is a prominent figure in the community, running a Jewish charity, but he was often away fulfilling a religious obligation to ensure a quorum of ten men at funerals.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.2 - 67
The ArrangementMovie · 1983 · 82mLuis, a principled man, faces a conflict with his family, friends, and community when a dishonest city official proposes a tempting, easy solution to a problem.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.0 - 68
The Boss: Anatomy of a CrimeMovie · 2014 · 98m · Drama, Crime"El Patrón" is a disturbing story about an apprentice butcher named Hermógenes who murders his boss in public and then faces trial. A farmhand from northern Argentina, Hermógenes moves to Buenos Aires hoping for a better life for himself and his wife, but quickly becomes trapped by a corrupt employer. The film is based on a detailed account of a true event from Buenos Aires ten years prior, with nearly every scene drawing from documented realities of the meat industry. It's both a shocking look at unethical practices in the meat business and a deeply personal story, making "El Patrón" one of Argentina’s most successful films of 2014.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.6 - 69
Cheese HeadMovie · 2006 · 80mIn 1993, four Jewish boys spend a summer at a country club just outside Buenos Aires. They feel like outsiders within the club's exclusive world, as they don't engage in its sports and are constantly teased for it by the other children.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.8 - 70
The Effect of LoveMovie · 2007 · 94mMabel lives in poverty, working as both a clown for children's parties and a prostitute. At twenty, she meets Martin, a divorce lawyer in his late thirties who has recently left his firm to start a new life in a trailer. While advertising for a car wash dressed as a bird, he encounters Mabel, and they fall in love. Soon after, Mabel discovers she is living with HIV. From that point forward, Martin's love becomes her strength as she confronts the challenges of her illness.IMDb 6.1TMDB 4.7 - 71
AnimalMovie · 2018 · 112m · Thriller, DramaAntonio Decoud, a traditional family man, is unexpectedly confronted with a situation that profoundly disrupts his life and forces him to re-evaluate everything. He must abandon his deeply held beliefs and his established worldview, ultimately succumbing to primal instincts.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.5 - 72
PacoMovie · 2010 · 128mFrancisco, a young psychic instructor, begins using drugs. His mother is a prominent congresswoman, and Nina emerges as the person who attempts to prevent Francisco from a devastating fate.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.0 - 73
Initials S.G.Movie · 2019 · 93mA middle-aged Argentine man, aspiring to a bohemian lifestyle reminiscent of Serge Gainsbourg, faces professional stagnation, an unwanted romantic entanglement, and an accidental criminal act.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.9 - 74
7th FloorMovie · 2013 · 84m · Drama, ThrillerIn Buenos Aires, Argentina, Sebastián, a successful lawyer, departs his ex-wife's apartment on the seventh floor to take his two children to school. As they descend the stairs, he takes the elevator. Upon reaching the ground floor, Sebastián waits for his children to join him.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.8 - 75
Alone With YouMovie · 2013 · 98mIn Spain, Maria, a 45-year-old woman struggling with alcoholism, has been separated from her daughters. She travels to Argentina, where they are living with her ex-husband following a difficult marriage and subsequent divorce.IMDb 5.3TMDB 4.5 - 76
The PartiesMovie · 2022 · 89mTo ease their mother's recovery after a heart attack, Sergio, Mali, and Luz agree to spend Christmas with her in the countryside. They also hope the trip will offer a welcome break from their own problems.IMDb 5.4TMDB 6.0 - 77
ZamaMovie · 2017 · 115m · Drama, HistoryIn a remote South American colony during the late 1700s, Spanish officer Zama is stuck waiting for a promotion. As he endures minor slights and political maneuvering, he becomes consumed by desire and suspicion.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.6 - 78
The Fish ChildMovie · 2009 · 96m · Drama, Thriller, RomanceThis is a story of intense love between two young women from very different worlds. Unable to accept their relationship in their society, they are driven to desperate measures and ultimately commit a crime.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.7 - 79
SunstrokesMovie · 2014 · 102mDuring a time when achieving a perfect tan was highly valued, a group of girlfriends regularly meet on the building's terrace to sunbathe.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.9 - 80
BoliviaMovie · 2002 · 75m · DramaFreddy moves to Buenos Aires hoping for a better life. He left his family behind in Bolivia for this chance. However, Argentina's capital isn't the ideal place he imagined, especially for undocumented immigrants. Still, he manages to find work as a grill cook in a restaurant.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.3 - 81
Sinfonía para AnaMovie · 2017 · 119mThis film is based on true events and follows the life and challenges of a student at the Buenos Aires National College during Argentina's most brutal dictatorship.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.2 - 82
Bombón El PerroMovie · 2004 · 99m · DramaIn Patagonia, Argentina, a mechanic yearning for something more has his world shift when his adopted puppy, Bombón, unexpectedly wins first place at a local dog show.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9 - 83
The K.E.O.P/S SystemMovie · 2022 · 119mIn Buenos Aires' Belgrano neighborhood, Fernando Berlasky is being watched. Someone observes him from the windows of nearby apartments and communicates with him via email.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.0 - 84
The Silent PartyMovie · 2019 · 87mThe day before they're set to marry, Laura and Daniel visit her family's country home. Both are feeling overwhelmed by stress. While taking a walk, Laura unexpectedly arrives at the house of a young neighbor, where a quiet gathering is happening. What begins as a lighthearted evening quickly turns into a terrifying and violent ordeal.IMDb 5.3TMDB 6.4 - 85
The BlondsMovie · 2003 · 89mIn 1977, at the age of four, Albertina Carri's parents disappeared in Argentina, victims of the country's harsh military regime. This new and politically bold film follows the young Argentinian filmmaker as she tries to discover what happened to them, combining her recollections with her imagination to find answers about their disappearance.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.6 - 86
The Man Next DoorMovie · 2009 · 103m · Drama, Thriller, ComedyA dispute between two neighbors escalates beyond a simple disagreement about construction plans, revealing a deeper conflict rooted in class and social standing. The source of their conflict is a remarkable Le Corbusier-designed house, the sole example of its kind in Latin America, which intensifies their opposing viewpoints.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.6 - 87
PaulinaMovie · 2015 · 103m · Drama, ThrillerPaulina, a promising young lawyer in Buenos Aires, returns to her hometown. Her father, Fernando, is a respected judge. Paulina takes a teaching position at a local high school as part of an inclusion program, despite his objections. After only two weeks, she is brutally assaulted by a gang. Facing disapproval from those around her, she chooses to return to teaching in the neighborhood where the attack occurred, unaware that her attackers might be closer to her than she realizes.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.4 - 88
4x4Movie · 2019 · 87m · ThrillerIn Buenos Aires, Argentina, a man attempts to rob a luxurious van. However, when he tries to leave after the theft, he finds himself trapped. The doors are locked, the controls unresponsive – the van has transformed into an impenetrable box, leaving him isolated and desperate.IMDb 5.7TMDB 6.3 - 89
Two Shots FiredMovie · 2014 · 104mSixteen-year-old Mariano unexpectedly shoots himself twice and survives. Afterward, his family navigates a series of strange events: his brother begins a relationship with a fast-food worker, his mother departs on a journey with a stranger, and Mariano enlists a woman to play in his medieval wind ensemble.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.9 - 90
Blood Will TellMovie · 2019 · 113mA thriller exploring a family struggling with their relationships after the death of their father.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.0 - 91
The Secret in Their EyesMovie · 2009 · 130m · Mystery, Thriller, DramaRetired criminal investigator Benjamín tries to resolve lingering issues from a previous case by writing a novel about the unsolved rape and murder of a new bride. He works with a former colleague, Judge Irene, to understand what happened.IMDb 8.2TMDB 8.0 - 92
Social GenocideMovie · 2004 · 120mFollowing the end of the military dictatorship in 1983, Argentina's democratic governments initiated reforms aimed at creating a highly liberal and prosperous economy. However, within two decades, the country has suffered devastating losses: key national companies were sold cheaply to foreign corporations, privatization profits were misappropriated by corrupt officials, labor laws stripped workers of their rights, food shortages became widespread despite Argentina's agricultural history, millions became unemployed and impoverished, and citizens lost their savings in a banking crisis. The film examines the political, financial, social, and legal factors that led Argentina to this point of collapse.IMDb 7.9TMDB 8.0 - 93
Road to La PazMovie · 2015 · 90mSebastian, unemployed and content only with his vintage Peugeot, is married to Jazmin. Lacking income, he begins working for a private ride service. He meets Jalil, an elderly Arab man who becomes a regular customer and proposes a long journey from Buenos Aires, Argentina, to La Paz, Bolivia. Throughout the trip, Sebastian and Jalil clash repeatedly. A series of unforeseen events along the way unexpectedly alters both of their lives in a significant way.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.1 - 94
The Crimes That BindMovie · 2020 · 99m · Thriller, Crime, DramaWhen her son is accused of raping and attempting to murder his ex-wife, Alicia begins a journey that profoundly alters her life.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.4 - 95
Chinese Take-AwayMovie · 2011 · 93m · ComedyA comedy about Robert, who unexpectedly meets Jun, a Chinese man lost in Buenos Aires. Jun is searching for his uncle after being attacked by a taxi driver and his associates.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2 - 96
JaujaMovie · 2014 · 110m · Western, DramaA father and daughter travel from Denmark to a mysterious desert, a place outside of normal society.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.6 - 97
The PuzzleMovie · 2010 · 87mFor her 50th birthday, Maria receives a jigsaw puzzle that she adores. The devoted homemaker finds unexpected joy in solving it, discovering a natural talent for puzzles. Eager to pursue this new passion, she returns to the shop where she bought the gift and notices a flyer advertising a partner for a puzzle tournament. Overcoming her family's doubts, Maria bravely responds to the advertisement.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.9 - 98
White ElephantMovie · 2012 · 105m · DramaIn Buenos Aires, a committed team strives to build a medical center in a poor neighborhood. A priest struggling with personal doubts finds an unlikely connection with a determined social worker, whose beliefs about religion contrast sharply with his own. This story explores hope, redemption, and the impact of kindness when facing hardship. As they collaborate to create a source of help in a challenging environment, the two characters examine their differing views while developing a strong friendship that offers comfort and strength.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.5 - 99
Cohen vs. RosiMovie · 1998 · 90mTwo families with distinct backgrounds find themselves united by the love between two young people. Journalist Ariel Cohen falls for Carla Rosi while investigating his father, Giancarlo, a powerful and secretive businessman who is also a congressional candidate with ambitions for the presidency.IMDb 5.0TMDB 5.3 - 100
En busca del muñeco perdidoMovie · 2016 · 89mOn New Year's Eve, preparations are complete for the annual Burning of Dolls. Fito and his friends have spent months building their doll, determined to prove themselves and escape being seen as outcasts. But their doll has been stolen! To retrieve it, they must journey across the city, confronting dangerous rival gangs along the way.IMDb 7.9TMDB 9.0
