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229 Top Latin American Films from Cinema Tropical

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  1. 201Light in Darkness: The Return of Red Light BanditMovie · 2012 · 83mAfter meeting his father, who has been in prison for three decades, Jorge, the illegitimate son of the notorious Red Light Bandit, chooses to follow in his footsteps and embrace a life of crime.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.2
  2. 202The Human SurgeMovie · 2017 · 96mIn Buenos Aires, 25-year-old Exe is unemployed and uninterested in finding work. He finds his neighbors and friends just as peculiar as ever. Online, he connects with Alf, a young man from Mozambique who shares his dissatisfaction with his job and plans to follow Archie, another person who has fled into the jungle. Deep within the forest, Archie follows ants to their nest. One ant strays and encounters Canh, a Filipino, perched atop a massive mound of earth, on the verge of returning to his own strange, beautiful hometown and a similarly disheartening job.Stream onIMDb 5.6TMDB 5.5
  3. 203CocoteMovie · 2017 · 106mCOCOTE is a gripping crime story set in the Dominican Republic. Alberto, a gentle gardener, returns home for his father's funeral and discovers a powerful local man was responsible for his death. Alberto learns his family wants him to avenge the murder – a difficult choice for him as a devout Evangelical Christian. Facing mounting pressure and few options, he's pulled into a conflict of faith, tradition, and honor. The film uses dynamic shifts in format, color, and aspect ratio to powerfully depict a community fractured by violence.Stream onIMDb 6.4TMDB 5.0
  4. 204The Parrot and the SwanMovie · 2013 · 100mSound recordist Loro falls in love with Luciana, a dancer. Their relationship ends when she leaves her ballet company and departs. Loro then travels to San Francisco, Argentina, searching for her.IMDb 6.2TMDB 7.0
  5. 205Found MemoriesMovie · 2012 · 98mIn the close-knit village of Jotuomba, every person contributes to the community. Madalena bakes bread, which Antonio serves with coffee each morning. Their routine involves playful arguments, followed by a friendly coffee break outside his shop. The church bells mark midday mass, and the villagers gather for an evening meal. Life in Jotuomba unfolds slowly, day after day, with little change except the weather. That is, until Rita arrives seeking a place to live.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 7.4
  6. 206The HyperwomenMovie · 2011 · 80mIn the Upper Xingu region of Brazil, the Kuikuro community prepares for the Jamurikumalu, a vital women's ritual of song and dance. The preparations are complicated by a serious illness affecting an elderly woman. This documentary offers a candid and vibrant look at the Kuikuro people as they urgently work to safeguard the wisdom of their elders and maintain their cultural traditions before they disappear.IMDb 7.8TMDB 6.5
  7. 207The Edge of DemocracyMovie · 2019 · 121m · DocumentaryThis film explores a pivotal moment in Brazilian history, examining the intertwined personal stories and political events that defined it. With rare access to former Presidents Dilma Rousseff and Lula da Silva, the story chronicles their ascent to power and their subsequent downfall, set against the backdrop of a deeply divided nation.Stream onIMDb 7.3TMDB 7.7
  8. 208The HeiressesMovie · 2018 · 95m · DramaWhen her girlfriend is jailed for fraud, Chela must adjust to a changed life. She starts driving a taxi for wealthy elderly women in her neighborhood. As Chela finds a rhythm, she meets Angy, a much younger woman, and develops a vibrant new friendship.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 6.5
  9. 209Memory ExercisesMovie · 2016 · 70mThis documentary follows Encina's work with the Archives of Terror, detailed records from the government of dictator Alfredo Stroessner. Her research explores how a community confronts such thorough documentation of human rights abuses. The film examines the connection between memory, history, and personal experience in the context of Stroessner’s decades of state terror and its lasting impact on Paraguayans. Using testimonies, visuals, and memories from the children of Agustín Goiburú, an opposition leader who vanished in 1979, the documentary reflects on how film can respond to political realities when confronted with overwhelming images of terror.Stream onIMDb 6.5TMDB 5.5
  10. 210MuseoMovie · 2018 · 127m · Crime, DramaMexico, 1985. Two veterinary students, Juan and Wilson, pull off a daring robbery at the National Museum of Anthropology, stealing over one hundred priceless Mayan artifacts and unknowingly setting off a chain of events.Stream onIMDb 6.9TMDB 6.5
  11. 211Theatre of WarMovie · 2018 · 73m"Theatre of War" explores the complexities of representing war through the lens of former adversaries. Thirty-five years after the Falklands conflict, British and Argentinian veterans collaborate, rehearsing and performing their recollections of the war. The play examines how these veterans grapple with memory and storytelling in their shared history.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 7.2
  12. 212One or Two QuestionsMovie · 2018 · 237mIn 1986, Uruguay's Parliament enacted a law granting amnesty to the military and police for crimes and human rights abuses committed during the dictatorship (1973-85). This law of impunity blocked efforts by families seeking answers about their disappeared loved ones. A public campaign then pushed for a referendum to repeal the law. *Unas preguntas* uses U-matic footage, primarily interviews filmed on Uruguayan streets between 1987 and 1989, to offer a snapshot of that era.Stream onIMDb 7.4TMDB 6.4
  13. 213A Journey to the Fumigated TownsMovie · 2018 · 97m"A Journey to the Fumigated Towns" is the concluding film in Fernando Solanas' eight-part series documenting Argentina's struggles in the 21st century. Using firsthand accounts, reconstructions, archival footage, and photographs, this investigative documentary examines the health impacts on Argentinians caused by the widespread use of pesticides in soya and other GMO grain production, as well as the broader global and environmental consequences.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.5
  14. 214Boy & the WorldMovie · 2014 · 80m · Animation, Fantasy, AdventureFeeling lost after his father moves to the city, a young boy leaves his village and finds himself in a fantastical world filled with insect-powered machines and peculiar creatures. The film uses a unique blend of animation styles to explore contemporary issues from a child's perspective.Stream onIMDb 7.5TMDB 7.4
  15. 215The Distinguished CitizenMovie · 2016 · 118m · Comedy, DramaNobel Prize winner Mr. Mantovani, who has consistently avoided major awards, agrees to visit his native Argentina – the source of inspiration for his entire body of work. He soon discovers that accepting this visit was a terrible mistake. The real world begins to intrude on his fiction when he encounters people directly inspired by his novels.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.3
  16. 216The Project of the CenturyMovie · 2015 · 100mAfter a relationship falls apart, Leo returns to a decaying futuristic city to live with his difficult grandfather and his father, Rafael. Rafael is a former engineer who is now disheartened, having previously worked on Cuba's abandoned nuclear program.Stream onIMDb 6.1TMDB 6.2
  17. 217P3nd3jo5Movie · 2013 · 157mThis mesmerizing musical blends elements of ghost stories, youthful skaters, and a unique "cumbiópera" structure spanning three acts and an epilogue. It's a visually rich story, exploring themes of longing, love, heartbreak, tragedy, and violence.IMDb 5.5TMDB 4.7
  18. 218MudMovie · 2014 · 105mTwo friends start a band that mixes tango and punk rock. When one of the friends' girlfriend is kidnapped by the leader of a female gang, it sets off a chain of events. The story unfolds in the rough, urban outskirts of a city reminiscent of Buenos Aires, where the landscape evokes classic Westerns.IMDb 6.2TMDB 3.8
  19. 219The NightMovie · 2016 · 142mAt night in Buenos Aires, Martin navigates a world of encounters. He meets men, frequents clubs, and obtains drugs, often engaging in casual sex. His nights vary; sometimes he pays for companionship, other times his trans sex-worker friend or another woman joins him for a group experience.IMDb 3.9TMDB 4.2
  20. 220Juan of the DeadMovie · 2011 · 96m · Horror, ComedyHavana is overrun with zombies, but the government claims the chaos is the work of U.S.-funded protestors. As panic spreads, Juan discovers he can kill the undead by destroying his own brain. He decides to capitalize on this ability by starting a business with the unsettling slogan: "We kill your loved ones."IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.2
  21. 221The WinterMovie · 2016 · 95mAfter years of working on a Patagonian ranch, the longtime foreman is forced to retire, replaced by a younger man. The transition proves difficult for both. They must each find a way to survive the approaching winter.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.0
  22. 222The PrinceMovie · 2019 · 96m · DramaChile, 1970. After a night of excessive drinking, the lonely 20-year-old Jaime is sentenced to prison. Inside, he finds a protector and mentor in an older, respected inmate known as "The Stallion," learning about love and loyalty from him. However, as their bond deepens, "The Stallion" becomes entangled in the prison's dangerous power struggles.Stream onIMDb 6.4TMDB 7.3
  23. 223Wild TalesMovie · 2014 · 122m · Drama, Thriller, ComedyThe pressures of everyday life can push people to the breaking point. This story follows several individuals who reach their limit: a waitress dealing with a demanding loan shark, a road rage incident between two drivers, a disastrous wedding reception, and a wealthy man attempting to resolve his family's problems with money.Stream onIMDb 8.1TMDB 7.9
  24. 224El Perro MolinaMovie · 2014 · 88mAntonio Molina, a man whose criminal life is fading, desperately seeks to reclaim the respect of his friends and prove his loyalty, no matter the price.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.0
  25. 225Post MortemMovie · 2010 · 98m · DramaChile, 1973. As Salvador Allende's presidency ends, a morgue employee develops feelings for a burlesque dancer who vanishes without a trace.Stream onIMDb 6.5TMDB 6.1
  26. 226I Promise You AnarchyMovie · 2015 · 89mMiguel and Johnny have been friends since they were kids, sharing a passion for skateboarding and a carefree lifestyle. To support their hobby, they begin selling their blood to a secret contact at a hospital. What starts as a simple way to earn money escalates into a serious business venture when a significant deal goes unexpectedly wrong.Stream onIMDb 6.2TMDB 6.2
  27. 227The Pearl ButtonMovie · 2015 · 82m · DocumentaryThe ocean holds the history of humanity, echoing with voices from Earth and beyond. Fueled by starlight, water connects all living things. Along Chile's 2,670 miles of coastline, the sea conceals a secret: two mysterious buttons discovered on the ocean floor. This supernatural landscape, shaped by volcanoes, mountains, and glaciers, carries the stories of Chile’s Indigenous people, early English sailors, and political prisoners alike. Some believe water remembers; this film reveals that it also speaks.Stream onIMDb 7.6TMDB 6.9
  28. 228The ClubMovie · 2015 · 97m · Drama, Mystery, ThrillerFour former priests live in quiet isolation in a seaside town, along with the woman who manages their home. The Church has sent them here as a form of penance, a deliberate separation from their former lives to atone for past sins. They maintain a rigid daily routine, carefully avoiding anything that might offer distraction or pleasure, dedicating each moment to their spiritual purification.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 6.9
  29. 229So Much WaterMovie · 2013 · 102mA family vacation is disrupted by constant rain, forcing a teenage girl and her divorced father to connect.Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 5.4