Once": Pablo Larraín's Netflix Film Explores the Aftermath of Chile's 1973 Coup d’état
Chilean filmmaker Pablo Larraín is gearing up to start production on his upcoming Netflix film, "Once," which will explore 11 interconnected stories set during the aftermath of the 1973 coup d’état in Chile. The movie will depict the 18 hours following the military takeover, culminating in the bombing of La Moneda Palace and the downfall of President Salvador Allende. Netflix's VP of Latin American original content, Francisco Ramos, expressed excitement about the collaboration with Larraín and praised the exceptional cast and crew assembled for the project.
Larraín, known for his work on "Maria" and "Spencer," has enlisted the talents of acclaimed cinematographer Rodrigo Prieto and production designer Guy Hendrix for "Once." Additionally, he has brought on board Oscar-winning VFX supervisor Andrew Jackson for the first time. The film marks Larraín's first collaboration with Prieto, known for his work on films like "The Irishman" and "The Wolf of Wall Street." Larraín expressed gratitude for the opportunity to tackle a war movie with the support of Netflix and a team of talented artists.
Produced by Fabula, the film boasts a stellar cast led by Alfredo Castro, a frequent collaborator of Larraín's. The ensemble includes Marcelo Alonso, Octavia Bernasconi, Roberto Farías, Fernanda Finsterbusch, Alejandro Goic, Camila Milenka, Valentina Muhr, Marcial Tagle, and Lukas Vergara, many of whom have worked on previous Fabula productions. The project is helmed by Larraín and produced by Fabula's Juan de Dios Larraín and Rocío Jadue, with Alejandro Wise and Mariane Hartard serving as executive producers.
Known for exploring Chile's tumultuous history in films like "No" and "The Count," Larraín is no stranger to delving into the country's past. "Once" is scheduled to begin filming in the latter half of the year, promising a compelling narrative that delves into the aftermath of a pivotal moment in Chilean history.