Pio Abad - Notes on Decomposition Tony Manero

The film, with its juxtaposition of disco-infused delusions and the violence of daily life in Pinochet's Chile, luridly depicts the effects that political realities and colonial fantasies can have on individual desires.

On weekends, 50-something Raul Peralta (Alfredo Castro) goes to the same bar outside his native Santiago, Chile, and, with friends, dances to the hits from his favorite film, Saturday Night Fever. When he gets wind of a TV contest seeking the best imitation of Tony Manero, the main character from the film, he becomes fixated on winning. But as Raul becomes involved in nefarious activities - including murder - to complete his Tony Manero transition, he puts his friends and himself at risk.

This screening is supported by Film Hub Scotland, part of the BFI's Film Audience Network.