El Conde tells the story of Augusto Pinochet, the former dictator of Chile, who has lived a long and brutal life. Aged and frail, he is now confined to a secluded mansion, surrounded by a group of loyalists who are determined to keep him alive at any cost.
As the film begins, Pinochet is wracked by guilt and haunted by the memories of his atrocities. He is plagued by hallucinations and nightmares, reliving the torture and murder of his victims. His only solace comes from his relationship with his nurse, a young woman named Maria, who cares for him with a fierce devotion.
However, Pinochet's peaceful existence is shattered when a group of journalists and activists launch an attack on the mansion, demanding justice for the crimes he committed. Pinochet's loyalists fight back, leading to a violent clash that leaves many dead.
As the situation spirals out of control, Pinochet is forced to confront his past and face the consequences of his actions. With his health rapidly deteriorating, he must decide whether to cling to power or accept his fate and make peace with his victims.
El Conde is a haunting and powerful exploration of one of the darkest chapters in Latin American history, and a moving portrait of a man wrestling with his own demons.
