The Chilean production “Hangar Rojo” emerged as the big winner of the 40th Guadalajara International Film Festival, securing multiple honors in Mexico. According to Cinema Chile, the film—which follows military members who opposed the 1973 coup d'état—was the most decorated work of the festival.
The film earned awards for Best Ibero-American Feature, Best Director for Juan Pablo Sallato, and Best Screenplay for Emilio Guzmán. It was also recognized with the award for Best Artistic Technical Achievement.
Actor Nicolás Zárate, who portrays an aviation school captain during the coup against Salvador Allende, received the award for Best Performance. During the ceremony, Záranete issued a warning regarding the ongoing importance of historical memory.
“Here, you can hear the silence,” the actor said, urging audiences not to forget that history is cyclical. According to report from elmostrador.cl, Zárate noted that governments that disregard human rights are resurfacing both in the Americas and across the rest of the world.
Chilean Presence in the Winners' Circle
Chilean cinema also made a significant impact in other festival categories. The documentary “Aquí se escucha el silencio,” by Gabriela Pena and Picho García, won the FEISAL Award for Best Film in the Ibero-American Documentary Feature section.
The production “Nunkui,” a Chilean co-production, also gained recognition, receiving an Honorable Mention in the Ibero-American Feature competition. Chilean talent was also represented in the editing category with the film “Querida Fátima.”
This latter film, edited by Chilean editor Andrea Chignoli, was honored at the Mezcal Awards, taking home Audience Choice, Best Film, and Best Director. With these results, Chilean cinema reaffirms its prominence on one of the most important stages in the Ibero-American film industry.
