Shako Mako (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film
Released in 2019, Shako Mako is a drama film directed by Hailey Gates, running about 17 minutes.
What it’s about. “Farah,” a bread seller, walks the streets of a Middle Eastern town, while an American military vehicle, surrounded by soldiers, slowly passes by. A moment’s silence. Then, a devastating explosion. Civilians are bloodied, wounded. The horrors of war. “Farah” looks around aghast and wailing. But nothing here is quite what it seems. In fact, “Farah” is a character played by an aspiring actress called Laila. And this isn’t Iraq, but a replica village erected on the Fort Irwin army base in California, used to train American troops before being sent abroad. Laila believes her acting talents are being wasted away in this arid simulation, where female role-players are limited to mute, background roles. She takes things much more seriously. Laila plots her way out.
Who’s in it. Shako Mako stars Alia Shawkat as Laila, Cristian Valle as Rafa, Sara Boutine as Noor and Bruno Amato as Sergeant, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shako Mako page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shako Mako tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shako Mako (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shako Mako change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Shako Mako?
- Shako Mako stars Alia Shawkat, Cristian Valle, Sara Boutine, Bruno Amato and Antonio Badrani.
- When was Shako Mako released?
- Shako Mako was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 17 minutes.