A Ton of Luck (2006)

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The story, based on true events occurred in Colombia en May 2003, tells the dreams and adventures of Porras, Venegas, Lloreda and Perlaza, four of the 147 soldiers that were in a company of the anti-guerrilla "Destroyer" battalion. It begun when these soldiers found in the middle of the jungle, during a rescue mission, 46 million dollars inside a FARC "guaca". Instead of give it to the Government, they take it all for themselves instead. They desperate when realize that they're completely isolated because the bridge, the only way to return to civilization, has been blown up. Everything's ironic, almost surreal: These soldiers don't have food, water, or toilet paper, but they sleep on their dollar-ful bags. This discovery will change their lives forever, and will allow them to have everything they've dreamt about: some authority, power and respect, others help their families and have a no-longer poor life. Their big challenge: return to civilization and make their dreams come true.

Director: Rodrigo Triana
Genre: Action, Comedy, Drama
Runtime: 100 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Nicolás Uribe
Cinematography: Sergio García
Production: Hangar Films, Barakacine Producciones, CMO Producciones
Country: Argentina, Colombia
Language: Español
Original Language: es
More Films by Director: Rodrigo Triana
More Films in Genre: Action, Comedy, Drama

Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Ton of Luck about?
The story, based on true events occurred in Colombia en May 2003, tells the dreams and adventures of Porras, Venegas, Lloreda and Perlaza, four of the 147 soldiers that were in a company of the anti-guerrilla "Destroyer" battalion. It begun when these soldiers found in the middle of the jungle, during a rescue mission, 46 million dollars inside a FARC "guaca". Instead of give it to the Government, they take it all for themselves instead. They desperate when realize that they're completely isolated because the bridge, the only way to return to civilization, has been blown up. Everything's ironic, almost surreal: These soldiers don't have food, water, or toilet paper, but they sleep on their dollar-ful bags. This discovery will change their lives forever, and will allow them to have everything they've dreamt about: some authority, power and respect, others help their families and have a no-longer poor life. Their big challenge: return to civilization and make their dreams come true.
Who directed A Ton of Luck?
A Ton of Luck was directed by Rodrigo Triana.
Who stars in A Ton of Luck?
A Ton of Luck stars Diego Cadavid, Marlon Moreno, Juan Sebastián Aragón, Manuel José Chaves, Verónica Orozco, Carolina Ramírez.
How long is A Ton of Luck?
A Ton of Luck has a runtime of 1h 40m (100 minutes).
What genre is A Ton of Luck?
A Ton of Luck is a Action, Comedy, Drama film.
Where was A Ton of Luck produced?
A Ton of Luck was produced in Argentina, Colombia.