Understanding 'Machuca' Movie Themes

The video discusses the film 'Machuca', a co-production available on Netflix, set in Chile during the 1973 coup. It explores the political and social divide through the story of Gonzalo, a student at a Catholic elite school. The film highlights themes of social inequality and political tension, with a sensitive portrayal of friendship amidst a backdrop of historical events. It also includes humor and pays homage to the classic film 'Goodbye, Children'.

Which countries co-produced the movie 'Machuca'?

• Chile, France, Spain, England

• Chile, Brazil, Spain, England

• Chile, France, Portugal, England

• Chile, France, Spain, Italy

In which year is the plot of 'Machuca' set?

• 1973

• 1970

• 1985

• 1980

What is the name of the main character in 'Machuca'?

• Juan

• Carlos

• Pedro

• Gonzalo

What type of school does Gonzalo attend?

• Private secular school

• Elite Catholic school

• Public school

• Military school

What role does the leftist priest play in the school?

• He is a counselor

• He is the director

• He is a teacher

• He is the principal

What is the dual significance of the movie's title 'Machuca'?

• It refers to a place and a historical event

• It refers to a character and what happens to the country

• It refers to a place and a character

• It refers to a character and a historical event

What social issue is sensitively portrayed in 'Machuca'?

• Racial inequality

• Economic inequality

• Gender inequality

• Social inequality

What humorous element is depicted in the movie?

• Characters dancing

• Characters selling flags to both sides

• Characters playing pranks

• Characters making jokes

Which classic movie does 'Machuca' pay homage to?

• Goodbye, Children

• The Great Escape

• Casablanca

• Schindler's List

During which historical event is 'Goodbye, Children' set?

• Vietnam War

• Cold War

• World War II

• World War I