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The Penguin Lessons

Dir: Peter Cattaneo
Cast: Steve Coogan, Björn Gustafsson, David Herrero, Jonathan Pryce
112mins   2024   Spain | US | Ireland | UK   Certificate: 12A   English | Spanish   

Inspired by the true story of a disillusioned Englishman who went to work in a school in Argentina in 1976. Expecting an easy ride, Tom discovers a divided nation and a class of unteachable students.

However, after he rescues a penguin from an oil-slicked beach, his life is turned upside-down.

'An engaging delight from start to finish' - Frank Scheck, The Hollywood Reporter

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