Colonia (2016) is a historical thriller directed by Florian Gallenberger, starring Emma Watson, Daniel Brühl, and Michael Nyqvist. Set during the 1973 Chilean military coup, the film follows Lena (Emma Watson), a flight attendant, and her boyfriend Daniel (Daniel Brühl), a political activist who is abducted by Pinochet’s secret police. To rescue him, Lena infiltrates Colonia Dignidad, a secluded religious cult led by the tyrannical Paul Schäfer (Michael Nyqvist).
The colony, presented as a charitable mission, is in reality a brutal compound where torture and human rights abuses occur, secretly collaborating with the dictatorship. As Lena endures harsh conditions and strict control, she plots a daring escape with Daniel. Their journey is fraught with suspense, exposing the horrors of Colonia Dignidad and the oppressive Chilean regime. Inspired by real events, Colonia is a gripping tale of love, survival, and resilience against tyranny.