In Peru's vibrant film scene, 'Chabuca' has arrived to shed light on the story of one of the best-known characters in the country's entertainment field. Inspired by the life of Ernesto Pimentel, this film immerses us in a journey full of emotions, although it has not been free of controversy due to the comparisons made to real life.
Released in April 2024, the film directed by Jorge Carmona del Solar conquered the national box office and aims to continue maintaining its success this competitive season, in which the long-awaited feature films 'Vaguito' and 'Alive or Dead' are also screened. Here, what you should know about the biopic.
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When was the Peruvian film 'Chabuca' released?
The release date of 'Chabuca' Not only did it mark a new milestone in current Peruvian cinematography, as the film was positioned as the second most viewed in national theaters, only after the million-dollar 'Godzilla and Kong'. The biopic had its great debut on Friday, April 12, 2024.
What is 'Chabuca', the Peruvian film, about?
The plot takes us from Arequipa, where a young Ernesto Pimentel dreamed of the lights of the show, to the television studios where the character of Chola Chabuca, the drag queen who would catapult him to fame, was born. The tape of Tondero captures the essence of the era, with meticulous attention to the details of costumes, scenery and music.
Director Jorge Carmona del Solar achieves a fluid narrative, as the plot not only focuses on Pimentel's public successes as Chabuca, but also on his internal struggles, his personal relationships and his constant search for authenticity.
Trailer for 'Chabuca'
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Where to watch 'Chabuca', full movie?
'Chabuca', a feature film about the life of Ernesto Pimentel, is available in movie theaters nationwide in Peru. Chains such as Cinemark, Cineplanet and Cinépolis screen it in all their locations with various schedule options, which demonstrates the enormous impact and reception of this film production.
To find the alternative of your preference, you can consult the websites of the aforementioned companies or their respective applications.
'Chabuca' available at S/6 in theaters
As information, we tell you that tickets to see 'Chabuca' are on sale for S/6 in Cineplanet for any date and venue. The offer is for a limited time and extends to most of the titles that are in theaters in this company, except for premieres and other exceptions.
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Can you watch 'Chabuca' ONLINE?
Currently, 'Chabuca' is not available for viewing on streaming platforms, at least not legal ones. Unauthorized websites have uploaded the entire film to their catalog; However, viewing it through these means is not recommended, as in addition to being illegal, they could pose risks to your device and security.
On the other hand, it will not be highlighted that the biopic about Ernesto Pimentel reaches the public online after leaving theaters, due to the enormous success it is achieving in terms of the box office.
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