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202596 minPG-13documentary

7.7/ 10(13 ratings)• TMDB

True Crime Social Inequality

Millionaire

202596 minPG-13documentary

7.7/ 10(13 ratings)• TMDB

A damaged lottery ticket in Chile claims a life-changing jackpot, sparking a national investigation and intense media scrutiny.

True Crime Social Inequality

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A damaged lottery ticket in Chile claims a life-changing jackpot, sparking a national investigation and intense media scrutiny.

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Felipe Isladirector

José Isladirector

Felipe Islawriter

José Islawriter

Loreto Caro-Valdéswriter

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A Chilean man becomes the focus of a national investigation in 2025 after a damaged lottery ticket claims a significant jackpot. Media outlets report extensively on the incident. Questions arise about the authenticity of the ticket and what winning could mean for the winner. As scrutiny mounts, the documentary traces the legalities surrounding lottery winnings in Chile. It captures public reactions and the implications of sudden wealth on the individual and society.

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