Broken Flag (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1979, Broken Flag is a thriller and drama film directed by Gabriel Retes, running about 96 minutes. “the most original blackmail of the century!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When a group of young filmmakers witness and film a crime of passion, the most outrageous blackmail of the century begins. By means of a fantastic plan, the filmmakers send to the murderer, a financial and industrial big shot, a copy of the movie that incriminates him and they demand him an improvement of the standard of living for the working class.
Who’s in it. Broken Flag stars Manolo Fábregas as Ing. Eduardo Vallejo Arizpe, Aarón Hernán as Don Luis Iriarte, Tina Romero as Ana Mendizabal and Jorge Humberto Robles as Alberto Huesca, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Broken Flag has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Broken Flag page.
If you liked it. Fans of Broken Flag tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Broken Flag (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Broken Flag change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Broken Flag worth watching?
- Broken Flag holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Broken Flag?
- Broken Flag stars Manolo Fábregas, Aarón Hernán, Tina Romero, Jorge Humberto Robles and Ignacio Retes.
- When was Broken Flag released?
- Broken Flag was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.