Breaking the Brick

Synopsis

Mariana, a lower middle-class teacher in Chile, faces a year of protests and societal change in 2019. Millions demand a new constitution to replace the one established during the Pinochet dictatorship. Ramiro, a wealthy businessman, offers a contrasting viewpoint as both navigate the upheaval. The film captures their experiences amid historical conflicts and the effects of neoliberal policies. As Chile approaches a constitutional assembly, both confront the deep scars left by their country's past.