Paper Flowers (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 4.4
Released in 1978, Paper Flowers is a thriller, drama and mystery film directed by Gabriel Retes, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. On the thinnest of pretexts, a horde of homeless people descend on the apartments of two members of the comfortable middle class and proceed to loot and vandalize both homes, leaving the next morning with many of the belongings they found there, as well as one of the residents who has opted to join them. This political allegory is based on two plays by the Chilean playwright Egon Wolff.
Who’s in it. Paper Flowers stars Ana Luisa Peluffo as La Señora, Gabriel Retes as Beto, el dientes, Tina Romero as Toletole and Claudio Brook as Héctor Trejo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.4/10, Paper Flowers has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Paper Flowers page.
If you liked it. Fans of Paper Flowers tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Paper Flowers (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Paper Flowers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Paper Flowers worth watching?
- Paper Flowers holds an audience score of 4.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Paper Flowers?
- Paper Flowers stars Ana Luisa Peluffo, Gabriel Retes, Tina Romero, Claudio Brook and Ignacio Retes.
- When was Paper Flowers released?
- Paper Flowers was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.