Synopsis

In Chile during the early years of Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship, Irene, a privileged magazine editor, remains largely insulated from the regime's brutality. Her perspective changes after she meets Francisco, a photographer connected to the underground resistance. As their relationship deepens, Irene confronts the violence surrounding her and must choose between personal security, social privilege, and moral courage.

Factoids & Trivia

• The film is based on Isabel Allende's 1984 novel of the same name, adapting its political drama and romance to the screen.

• Although the story is set in Chile, filming took place in Buenos Aires, Argentina, from September to October 1993.

• It was an international production involving Chilean, Argentine, and American elements, and was distributed in the United States by Miramax Films.

• The film was made in English rather than Spanish, despite its Latin American setting and source material.

• The cinematography was by Argentine filmmaker Felix Monti, while the score was composed by Spanish composer Jose Nieto.