The Freedom of Fierro (2025)
After 40 years of wrongful imprisonment on death row, César is finally released and must rebuild his life. Having spent nearly his entire life in the Polunsky Unit, a prison known for its extreme isolation, he arrives in Mexico ready to embark on a journey of healing. Confronted with his own limitations and the challenges of a new beginning, César is resolute in his quest to discover what true freedom means.
Director: Santiago Esteinou
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 96 min
Release Date: October 16, 2025
Cast
- César Fierro - Self
Screenplay
- Santiago Esteinou (Screenplay)
- Javier Campos López (Screenplay)
Music: Galo Durán
Cinematography: Axel Pedraza
Editing: Javier Campos López
Production: EFICINE 189, Fomento al Cine Mexicano (FOCINE)
Country: Canada, Greece, Mexico
Language: Español
Original Language: es
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Freedom of Fierro about?
- After 40 years of wrongful imprisonment on death row, César is finally released and must rebuild his life. Having spent nearly his entire life in the Polunsky Unit, a prison known for its extreme isolation, he arrives in Mexico ready to embark on a journey of healing. Confronted with his own limitations and the challenges of a new beginning, César is resolute in his quest to discover what true freedom means.
- Who directed The Freedom of Fierro?
- The Freedom of Fierro was directed by Santiago Esteinou.
- Who stars in The Freedom of Fierro?
- The Freedom of Fierro stars César Fierro.
- How long is The Freedom of Fierro?
- The Freedom of Fierro has a runtime of 1h 36m (96 minutes).
- What genre is The Freedom of Fierro?
- The Freedom of Fierro is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Freedom of Fierro produced?
- The Freedom of Fierro was produced in Canada, Greece, Mexico.