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Taxi: An Encounter

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Esteban (Diego Peretti) has a special affinity for stealing cars. In particular, he enjoys hijacking taxis and playing the role of a cab driver. But when one night, in the midst of cruising for fares in a newly acquired vehicle, Esteban is hailed by Laura (Josefina Viton), a teenager suffering from a bloody gunshot wound, he finds himself overwhelmed with guilt. Esteban struggles to reconcile his desire to avoid arrest with his innate humanity and a growing desire to do the right thing.

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05/17/2010 If you don't mind subtitles this was a very interesting and thoughtful movie. I was pleasantly surprised. See more 10/12/2009 The kind of film I'd like to make. Just lovely. See more 08/08/2008 if you're patient and a fan of experiential story telling, this is a decent watch. See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Gabriela David

Director

Diego Peretti

Esteban

Miguel Guerberof

Padre

Josefina Viton

Laura

Pochi Ducasse

Abuela

Pablo Brichta

Pasajero Carnicero
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Synopsis Esteban (Diego Peretti) has a special affinity for stealing cars. In particular, he enjoys hijacking taxis and playing the role of a cab driver. But when one night, in the midst of cruising for fares in a newly acquired vehicle, Esteban is hailed by Laura (Josefina Viton), a teenager suffering from a bloody gunshot wound, he finds himself overwhelmed with guilt. Esteban struggles to reconcile his desire to avoid arrest with his innate humanity and a growing desire to do the right thing.
Director
Gabriela David
Producer
Gabriela David
Screenwriter
Gabriela David
Genre
Drama
Original Language
Spanish
Runtime
1h 29m
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