Cell Block 4
Originally released in 2017. Cell Block 4 is a documentary film. directed by Diego Gachassin. At just 70 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Alberto Sarlo and Carlos “Kongo” Mena
Synopsis
Alberto Sarlo, an attorney and writer from La Plata, embarks on a utopian project: to teach philosophy, literature and boxing to 52 convicts from Cell Block 4 in a maximum security prison located in Florencio Varela, in the outskirts of Buenos Aires. Carlos "Kongo" Mena, an inmate who has just been released, returns to the jail as Sarlo's assistant, providing his perspective, somewhat closer to that of the reality of the other inmates. Alberto succeeds in turning Carlos into the first ex-convict hired to teach at Buenos Aires prisons. For many of them, he is proof that redemption is indeed possible.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 3, 2017
8 years ago
Runtime
1h 10m
70 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Argentina
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cell Block 4 about?
Alberto Sarlo, an attorney and writer from La Plata, embarks on a utopian project: to teach philosophy, literature and boxing to 52 convicts from Cell Block 4 in a maximum security prison located i...
Who directed Cell Block 4?
Cell Block 4 was directed by Diego Gachassin.
How long is Cell Block 4?
Cell Block 4 has a runtime of 1 hours and 10 minutes (70 minutes total).
When was Cell Block 4 released?
Cell Block 4 was released on August 3, 2017 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Cell Block 4?
The main cast of Cell Block 4 includes Alberto Sarlo, Carlos “Kongo” Mena.