A Twelve Year Night

A Twelve Year Night

Year: 2018

Runtime: 122 min

Language: Spanish

Director: Álvaro Brechner

BiographyDramaHistoryCrime

In 1973, under Uruguay's military regime, three Tupamaro prisoners are subjected to a brutal and clandestine plan. They are taken to a clandestine prison facility and held in solitary confinement without trial. For twelve years, Pepe Mujica, one of the prisoners and a future president, faces relentless psychological warfare and extreme conditions. Despite the cruelty and despair, his spirit remains defiant throughout his ordeal.

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1

Rise of Dictatorship

In 1973, Uruguay is engulfed in turmoil under a civic-military dictatorship. The National Army brutally suppresses opposition from leftist groups like the Tupamaros, setting the stage for future conflicts.

1973 Uruguay
2

Capture of Tupamaros

Three members of the Tupamaros—José 'Pepe' Mujica, Mauricio Rosencof, and Eleuterio Fernández Huidobro—are captured by the government forces. They find themselves imprisoned as hostages in facilities controlled by the oppressive regime.

1973 Uruguay
3

Psychological Torment Begins

The trio endures a grim existence marked by psychological abuse and repeated transfers between various military prisons. The government utilizes these tactics to impose torment while avoiding international scrutiny over their lives.

1973-1975 Military Prisons, Uruguay
4

Temporary Reunification

Under pressure from the families of the hostages, the military chief allows a rare moment of compassion by letting the men reunite briefly. However, they are warned to remain silent about the conditions of their captivity.

1974 Prison Grounds, Uruguay
5

Pepe's Isolation

In 1975, Pepe is separated from his comrades and imprisoned in a grain silo. This extreme isolation drives him into a state of severe mental delusions, where he frequently hallucinates about his mother.

1975 Grain Silo, Uruguay
6

Rosencof's Bond with Alzamora

While in a different facility, Rosencof forges an unlikely connection with Sargento Alzamora. He helps Alzamora write a heartfelt letter to a girl he admires, showcasing the complexity of human relationships even in captivity.

1975 Military Prison, Uruguay
7

Trio's Reunion

In 1978, after years of torment, the trio is finally reunited and moved to a hidden underground prison. Unfortunately, Pepe is subjected to complete isolation once again, deepening his despair.

1978 Underground Prison, Uruguay
8

Improved but Deceptive Conditions

Their situation takes a turn when they are moved to a prison with improved conditions, and the military grants them special privileges. This tactic is revealed as a ploy aimed at misleading a visiting Red Cross delegation.

1979 Military Prison, Uruguay
9

Huidobro's Discovery

A bar of soap with mysterious inscriptions found on Huidobro leads to an investigation. His eventual exoneration comes at a price, as the military chief makes a grim statement about their failure to 'eliminate' the hostages.

1979 Military Prison, Uruguay
10

Pepe's Disruption

After his mother’s belongings are confiscated, Pepe disrupts a military event near his cell. Consequently, he is ordered to see a psychiatrist, who promises to advocate for his dire situation.

1980 Military Event, Uruguay
11

Referendum Defeat

In 1980, the government suffers a humiliating defeat in a referendum intended to entrench military power. This setback marks a significant turning point in the political landscape of Uruguay.

1980 Uruguay
12

Reunion with Alzamora

By 1983, the hostages find themselves in a new prison where Rosencof encounters Alzamora, who is now a chief guard. Alzamora expresses gratitude towards Rosencof, leading to newfound freedoms for the men under his supervision.

1983 Prison, Uruguay
13

General Amnesty

In 1985, after twelve agonizing years, the military decides to release Pepe, Rosencof, and Huidobro amid a wave of political prisoners during a general amnesty. This event allows them to finally reunite with their families.

1985 Uruguay

Last Updated: November 16, 2024 at 14:57

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