

The Penguin Lessons
Overview
In 1976, as Argentina descends into violence and chaos, a world-weary English teacher regains his compassion for others thanks to an unlikely friendship with a penguin.
Top Cast

Steve Coogan
Tom Michell

Jonathan Pryce
Headmaster Buckle

Vivian El Jaber
Maria

Björn Gustafsson
Tapio

Alfonsina Carrocio
Sofia

David Herrero
Diego

Micaela Breque
Carina

Tomás Pozzi
Bursar

Ramiro Blas
Márquez

Juan Barreiro
Uruguayan Police Officer

Aimar Miranda
Ernesto
Nicanor Fernandez
Igor
Key Film Crew
Production Stats
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