Wild Horse Nine, Martin McDonagh\u2019s new film shot in Chile and Rapa Nui, received a 14-minute standing ovation at the Venice Film Festival. It premieres on November 6. <\/p>\n\n
While the relationship between Rapa Nui and cinema is long-standing<\/a>, there may never have been this much anticipation for a film shot on the island. Starring John Malkovich and Sam Rockwell, the film carries the prestige of its director and will compete for the Golden Lion. <\/p>\n\n The film also features a Chilean cast, with a standout performance by Mariana di Girolamo<\/strong> that has positioned her as an Oscar contender<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n But why all the hype?<\/p>\n\n Set in Chile in the months leading up to the 1973 coup d\u2019\u00e9tat, Wild Horse Nine<\/strong> follows two CIA agents\u2014played by Malkovich and Rockwell\u2014who are sent from Santiago to Rapa Nui. There, their encounter with two students\u2014di Girolamo and Ail\u00edn Salas<\/strong>\u2014changes the course of their mission. <\/p>\n\n The story blends dark comedy, espionage, and political reflection<\/strong>, tackling U.S. intervention in Chile and other episodes of international politics. The cast also includes industry heavyweights Steve Buscemi, Parker Posey, and Tom Waits<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\nWhat is Wild Horse Nine about?<\/h2>\n\n