Synopsis
Inspired by the true story of a disillusioned Englishman who went to work in a school in Argentina in 1976. Expecting an easy ride, Tom discovers a divided nation and a class of unteachable students. However, after he rescues a penguin from an oil-slicked beach, his life is turned upside-down.
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Movie Details
Russia (CIS) Releases: | June 19th, 2025 (Wide), released as The Penguin Lessons (Школа мистера пингвина) |
MPAA Rating: | PG-13 for strong language, some sexual references and thematic elements. (Rating bulletin 2871 (cert #55374), 2/5/2025) |
Running Time: | 110 minutes |
Keywords: | Comedy Drama, Animal Lead, 1970s, Set in Argentina |
Source: | Based on Factual Book/Article |
Genre: | Drama |
Production Method: | Live Action |
Creative Type: | Dramatization |
Production/Financing Companies: | 42, Rocket Science, Rolling Dice, Intake Films, Nostromo Pictures, Aperture Entertainment |
Production Countries: | Spain, United States |
Languages: | English, Spanish |