86%
Tomatometer
5.8
TMDB
Lucio, a prestigious university professor, takes the position of substitute teacher at a high school in the suburbs of Buenos Aires, where he grew up. Through tales, novels and poetry, he tries to distract his class from the harsh reality of their everyday lives. But soon, he must step out of his professional duties when Dilan, one of his students, is threatened by a local drug kingpin.
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Budget
Not disclosed
Revenue
$16.1K
Studios
Campo Cine
Vivo Film
Pimienta Films
Arcadia Motion Pictures
Bord Cadre Films
Sovereign FilmsWhere to watch(NG)
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Critics consensus
“Following the book on classroom drama led by a fish-out-of-water teacher in a tough neighborhood, The Substitute rises above the curve to deliver a grounded film that successfully balances tension with thoughtful social insights.”
Title
The Substitute
Released
Oct 20, 2022
Rated
16
Region of Origin
Argentina, Spain
Original Audio
Spanish
Runtime
1h 51m
Status
Released
Studios
Campo Cine, Vivo Film
