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Los Frikis

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Inspired by true events, Los Frikis is a powerful coming-of-age story set in early 90s Cuba, centering around 18-year-old Gustavo who idolizes his older brother Paco and his punk, "Frikis" bandmates. When word reaches the Frikis of a potential reprieve from the effects of the economic crisis that plunged much of the country into poverty, they do the now unthinkable: self-inject themselves with HIV to live at a government-run treatment home. It's here they find their own utopia to live and play music freely.

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Monica Castillo RogerEbert.com “Los Frikis” is a complicated movie with good intentions and the goal of sharing underreported stories from the island. Rated: 2/4 Dec 28, 2024 Full Review Daniella Mazzio Chicago Reader The first half of Los Frikis is vibrant, less interested in how punk looks than how resistance feels. Dec 24, 2024 Full Review Carlos Aguilar Variety Rather than simplistically lionizing the frikis, the directors honor their plight by portraying them as an example of how the human spirit perseveres even when nearly crushed. Dec 21, 2024 Full Review Juanma Fernández París El Nuevo Día (Puerto Rico) ... even though one can anticipate how this story will end, the emotional journey remains compelling. [Full review in Spanish] Jan 15, 2025 Full Review Joe Friar Fort Worth Report Eros De La Puente and Héctor Medina deliver convincing portrayals that let the audience feel the emotions of their characters. Fascinating and heartbreaking. It’s moving and authentic while transporting the audience to a life unimagined for many. Rated: 3.5/4 Jan 11, 2025 Full Review Paul Salfen AMFM Magazine An incredibly emotional journey. Be prepared for a wild experience that’s somehow very punk rock and counterculture but still sweet and will make you cry. Rated: 9/10 Jan 11, 2025 Full Review Read all reviews

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Dalia heartbreaking story. although this movie made me beyond sad i’m happy i was able to watch and support. every character, and every person that played said character, was beautiful. and i don’t mean beautiful as in good looking, i mean beautiful as in art. just go watch it and keep an open mind and heart. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/12/25 Full Review Tracy The acting and the authenticity of this film are impressive, as is its ability to mirror universal themes and portray joy and sadness in a meaningful balanced way. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/08/25 Full Review Stacy Wish there were more movies like this one out there, a powerful story, beautifully told through the eyes of the characters and the camera of the cinematographer. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/08/25 Full Review Marisel R The characters bring so much light to an obviously dark situation that it feels like you are participating with them in real time as they try to make the best of the situation. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/06/25 Full Review Jordan I liked how well the movie explores the ability of two brothers to bond and to make the most of living in the moment. The cast is terrific. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/06/25 Full Review Emily I liked the subtle humor and character development. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/06/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Inspired by true events, Los Frikis is a powerful coming-of-age story set in early 90s Cuba, centering around 18-year-old Gustavo who idolizes his older brother Paco and his punk, "Frikis" bandmates. When word reaches the Frikis of a potential reprieve from the effects of the economic crisis that plunged much of the country into poverty, they do the now unthinkable: self-inject themselves with HIV to live at a government-run treatment home. It's here they find their own utopia to live and play music freely.
Director
Tyler Nilson, Michael Schwartz
Producer
Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, Jordan Fudge, Jeremy Allen, Aditya Sood, Rebecca Karch, Michael Schwartz, Tyler Nilson
Screenwriter
Michael Schwartz, Tyler Nilson
Distributor
Falling Forward Films
Production Co
Lord Miller, New Slate Ventures, New Slate Films
Rating
R (Some Graphic Nudity|Drug Use|Sexual Content|Language)
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Dec 20, 2024, Limited
Runtime
1h 45m