El Comité (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film
Released in 2006, El Comité is a documentary film directed by Mateo Herrera, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. A documentary chronicle of the prisoners’ takeover of the Garcia Moreno Penitentiary in Quito, Ecuador. The prisoners find they suddenly have a voice after they take 360 people hostage, and a pattern of abuse and corruption by the guards toward the prisoners becomes clear after lengthy negotiations.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch El Comité page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch El Comité (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for El Comité change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- When was El Comité released?
- El Comité was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.