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205 bunk beds, each with two sheets and one blanket.

They are washed every Friday.

The cadets wake up at 6:00 a.m. Beds must be made by 6:05 minutes.

The showers are turned on at 6:15 and turned off at 6:20.

The boiler must be checked every week; it is old.

Breakfast is served at 6:30 a.m. With coffee, milk, and buttered bread.

Sometimes eggs, if there are any.

There are a total of 164 uniforms with their respective caps.

If any cadet loses his cap, send them straight to the office.

- Is that clear? - Yes, Captain.

I swear by God and this flag to faithfully serve my country.

Whether in the air, at sea,

on land, or anywhere else, even to the point of giving my life if necessary.

To obey the orders of my superiors promptly and punctually.

And to make every effort to be a brave, honest aviator who loves my country.

...In order to create a dialogue instance so as to bring ends to meet.

It is not good to distract the cadets with outside noise.

- Keep the radio off. - Yes, Captain.

Parachutes?

Yes.

How many?

50.

That's all, Sergeant.

Thank you, Captain.

Tomorrow at 7:00 a.m., I want you at the gate.

Understood, Captain.

Good evening.

Captain?

Thank you very much for the opportunity.

It's 10:00 p.m. The last bus leaves in 15 minutes.

Hurry up.

Yes, Captain.

Monday, September 10th, 1973.

Monday, September 10th, 1973. Santiago, Chile.

The skies over Santiago are partly cloudy

although we still have no sunlight today, September 10.

Good night, Captain.

Good night, Mujica.

Rest well, Captain.

...There have been attacks on the power grid

which, according to President Allende's government

being attributed to right-wing terrorists

who have been operating in the country.

Meanwhile, the speech by the secretary general of the Socialist Party has had a major impact

Carlos Altamirano...

Captain Jorge Silva, head of logistics at the school.

Good evening. Commander Sepúlveda.

Good evening, Commander. May I ask the reason for your visit?

We have a delivery from the War Academy.

We haven't ordered anything extra, Commander.

Yes, I know.

What is this about?

Look, we can do this the easy way or the hard way.

Commander, I just need to know what you've got in the truck. That's all.

What do you think we're carrying? Nothing more, nothing less.

Look, if I were you,

I'd realize that it's better not to ask too many questions.

Is that clear?

Ask if it's clear, Captain.

Yes, Commander.

Tell them to open the gate. We'll take care of unloading the shipment.

Corporal.

All Chileans are concerned.

about the persistent rumors that settlers are arming themselves,

potentially signaling the start of a civil war.

Where are you going?

I'm going downtown. I'm staying with an aunt.

Get in, I'll take you.

- Really, Captain? - Get in, Hernández.

Thank you, Captain.

You're saving my life.

I thought the bus would take much less time, but so far none has come.

Hey, Captain, do you always finish work at this time?

Not that I'm complaining.

When they told me I was coming to Santiago, they even threw a party for me at home.

The thing is, my dad is an Army Captain.

Of course, he's never left the region.

And besides, working for you, imagine that.

You don't work for me, Hernández. You're a member of the Air Force.

The thing is, I was told you were the best parachutist in the institution.

And my dream is to jump, you know?

And here we are.

Thank you, Captain.

You're welcome, Hernández.

Captain?

Do you think you could take me to school tomorrow morning?

The thing is, as you can see, buses aren't running

and I don't want to be late.

6:30 sharp. Right there.

Thank you, Captain.

You know what, Captain?

When they told me I was coming to Santiago, I thought it was going to be busier.

But look, it seems like it's dead.

I'm here.

I waited for you.

I'm late, sorry.

What's up?

Nothing...

Go to sleep.

Hello?

Good evening.

Captain Silva

Who's speaking?

We're calling you because we have information...

I asked who was calling me at this hour.

Listen to me carefully, we are sure that the military coup is a matter of hours.

You have been a comrade who has been loyal to President Allende, you saved his life.

We would like to count on you and your preparation...

Don't call me again.

Aren't you going to have breakfast?

No, I have inventory at school.

What about you?

At eight o'clock at the university.

Why don't you stay today?

- Here? - Yes...

And why should I stay?

To get some rest.

Just one more day.

- Are you staying too? - I have to work.

Oh, I have to work too.

Okay.

What time are you leaving today?

What's up Jorge?

Nothing.

I have to go now.

See you tonight?

Take care.

- Good morning, Captain. - Good morning, Hernández.

Not many people around again.

It's early.

Early? Not for me.

You know that when I was in the south, I used to get up at 5:00 a.m.

I helped my dad with the chickens. We had 30.

Imagine how they got when we came in early.

You know I didn't get along with my dad.

I didn't like how strict he was.

I liked to draw.

And you know what, Captain?

Captain?

Sorry, am I boring you?

Oh, no. Tell me, Hernández.

What's it like, Captain?

What? What's it like?

How does it feel to fall so high, Captain?

What's going on, Captain?

Start with the kitchen organization, Hernández.

- What are you waiting for, Hernández, move! - Yes, Captain!

Captain! Captain!

The coup has begun, Captain.

You heard me, damn it.

No! I won't allow you to say that.

No, sir!

That I'm preparing for this and I have to find out about it on the radio, mind you.

No, of course not. I'm glad, but no.

Look, if you want me to be the center of operations for the southern zone,

have my general Leigh call me.

Tell him that Colonel Soler wants to speak with him face to face.

No, no, no, no. I'm going to speak with a subordinate. No, sir!

You are going to take charge of the school's administration.

Contingents are going to come from all over Santiago, and also from Rancagua.

We Will be the operations center for the southern zone.

I understand.

Because when General Leigh calls me, I want this to run smoothly.

Understood.

Because I've been waiting for this day for months. What's going on?

Can't those bastards give me a little advance notice?

I have to find out on the radio. Do you think that's fair?

Hey, Silva...

Are you with us?

Ready for your orders, Colonel.

Because it's not going to be easy.

I estimate that it will take at least a year before we stabilize the country

and call free elections.

It's either Marxism or democracy. There is no other option.

Good. I want you to install eight surveillance posts,

each with a guard armed with a rifle. One radio. Are we clear?

Yes, Captain!

González.

Martínez.

Pérez.

Delgado.

Bearing in mind,

First, the latest economic, social, and moral crisis that is destroying the country...

Second, the inability to...

- Hello? - Good morning.

May I speak with Rosa Faúndez, please.

Who’s speaking?

Her husband.

I can't connect you to anyone at this time.

But do you know if she had classes?

I’m sorry, no...

...organized and trained by the political parties of the Popular Unity coalition.

Mujica!

Yes, Captain? Is it okay here?

- Is the control tower working? - Yes, Captain.

Come with me upstairs.

Those are ours, Captain.

- Good morning. - Good morning, Sergeant.

This is Captain Jorge Silva from the aviation school.

Captain, go ahead.

Fine. I wanted to know if you have any information about The Technical University.

The place has already been evacuated, Captain.

- So there's no one left?- That's right, Captain.

- Thank you, Sergeant.- You're welcome.

Yes.

Yes, sir.

Yes, of course. We are aware and acting accordingly. Thank you very much.

Colonel. The guard posts are now operational, including the control tower.

The food portions and the bunk beds room is ready for the arrival of new personnel.

In any case, I think we need more fixed-point troops at the school.

Right, Silva.

I propose limiting communications with the outside world. Limit it to this desk.

- Understood. - Anything else, Colonel?

Congratulations, Captain. Good work.

Colonel.

Good morning, Captain.

Colonel Jahn was sent by General Leigh

to take charge of intelligence at the compound.

Soler tells me you can assign me a place to execute a mission.

Yes, Colonel.

Shall we go now?

Now?

The sooner the better.

Unless it bothers you.

No, please.

Colonel.

And your wife, Captain? Is she okay?

Captain, look, what happened is in the past.

If you're going to stay quiet and look angry, that's doesn't help me.

I thought you wanted me to show you a place to execute a mission.

Yes, I do. But I'd also like to know what you think about what's going on.

I have nothing to think about, Colonel. I am a member of the Air Force,

and I am available to my superiors.

You've been parachuting again?

No.

I imagine you know that I spent three years in the US?

Yes, I did, Colonel.

Do you know what I missed?

No.

Getting into action.

Doing something important for my country.

And here we are.

It seems like a joke, doesn't it?

I don't follow you, Colonel.

Being here, you and me, all the members of this family.

Don't you realize it, Captain, that we have the chance to do something important?

To kick the communists out of this country.

Wipe them out for good.

You can execute from this hangar, Colonel.

Excellent choice, Captain.

You'll need mats, chairs.

Two tables and some chairs, but no dressing rooms.

With the detainees we'll see what else we need.

I'll have the bathrooms checked.

No.

I don't care where the Marxists pee.

Understood.

Can I ask you a personal question?

Does it help if I say no?

No.

Go ahead.

How much have you changed in these three years?

I wanted you to help me with the interrogations,

but Soler told me that you are very busy with school functions.

We're going to call it The Red Hangar.

Come on, come on!

- Move, move. - Hold on here.

Come on!

Move, move!

Hold on here!

Half of you go inside, and half of you stay out here.

Come on! Make two groups.

Women stay out here. Come on damn it! Move!

Didn't you like going around killing police officers?

Let's go now.

Now they're going to find out what's good, damn it.

- Get in!- Come on!

- Poor guy if anyone dares to speak.- Come on.

Get on your knees, damn it.

On your knees!

Captain, may I introduce Lieutenant Carrasco, the right-hand man in this operation.

Lieutenant.

All set, Colonel. Shall we bring them down?

- Put them all inside. Come on. - Get in.

- Get in, damn it. - Move, damn it.

Come on, mother fucker. Move. Move. Move. Move.

- Get in! - Hurry up, asshole!

Hurry up, mother fucker. Move that old fucking out of here.

- Keep your head down, asshole. - Move forward.

Stop that man!

- Mujica! - Get down, damn it!

Mujica!

Son of a bitch, you fucking idiot.

What kind of soldier are you, Corporal?

Get inside, damn it!

Hurry up, asshole.

- Get up! - Get it!

Hernández.

- Captain. - No, take it easy, here you go.

Take it.

Thank you, Captain.

How are you?

I was walking to the kitchen when someone asked

if anyone knew how to drive trucks, and I said I did but I had no idea...

Calm down, relax, okay?

Besides, I don't know any streets, Captain. I don't know why they won't let me go.

It's because it's a special circumstance. It'll happen soon, okay?

Excuse me. Captain. Now I have to go to a place called Pudahuel...

Listen to me. Come on, calm down. Do what I tell you to do, okay?

When you come back, I'll ask them to let you go.

No, Captain.

You saw what they did to the one who acted cowardly. You can't be afraid here.

Captain, tell my, tell my aunt that I won't be able to sleep at home.

Sure. You can count on it.

Specialty school. This is Captain Jorge Silva speaking.

Hello?

Rosa? Is that you?

Good morning, Captain.

Don't hang up.

Just one word.

President Allende is dead.

And we have enough evidence that this institution is going to bleed dry.

And all of us officers who cooperated with the Allende's government

are going to have a hard time, Captain.

Three years ago, you managed to stop an assassination attempt on the president.

I imagine they their set on you.

We're going to take a couple of planes and cross over to Mendoza.

We have connections with some comrades in the Argentinian Air Force

who can guarantee us safe passage and asylum.

The plan is already in motion,

and due to your background and experience in this type of situation...

Excuse me, Captain, you said background.

Do you know who you're talking to?

Of course I do.

- Listen to me carefully... -No, you listen to me.

I put my career on hold to save your skins.

- I see they changed you Captain. - Yes, you're right about that.

I'm just the guy who fills out forms and teaches classes at this school.

But there's one thing I haven't forgotten.

To win a war, you have to eliminate the enemy at its root.

Don't dream that over time he'll change his mind nor be able to sit at our table.

Silva!

Come here!

Colonel.

Don’t miss our commander-in-chief.

After three years...

of enduring the Marxist cancer.

What we needed... A messiah, savior of the homeland.

... the economic collapse.

- Have some whiskey? - I I haven't finished my shift.

Cut the crap, Silva.

Two Hawker Hunters bombarded the Presidential Palace.

Allende is dead.

The National and the Chile Stadium are filling up with prisoners.

And those are the lucky ones.

My brother-in-law called me.

He saw two bodies floating in the Mapocho River.

- Any casualties on our side? - Nothing, nothing.

A couple of skirmishes here in the southern zone and they fell like flies.

Colonel, I need to go to my apartment. I haven't heard from my wife.

We all need something. But Jahn is now the owner and lord of the school,

so it will be what he says.

...We'll fight no matter what.

Did you want to talk to us, Colonel?

Yes. The thing is, I'm concerned about the running of this place, Colonel.

Colonel, you don't have to worry. We're all operating according to our...

That's not the impression I got after what happened in the hangar.

I don't know what happened. I haven't been informed.

A corporal was paralyzed when a communist tried to escape.

I've already taken care of the matter, Colonel. It was Mujica.

And what if we have more cowards in our ranks?

If someone has to take responsibility, then I have no problem with that.

The martyr Silva...

I was missing him, Captain.

With all due respect, Colonel. I am no martyr.

And in the end, we already dismissed corporal Mujica.

Very well.

Then I'm going to ask you not to give me any more doubts.

Yes, Colonel.

Look at this.

Since last night, Commander Castillo and other traitors have been plotting an uprising

against their comrades and our Commander-in-Chief.

According to our sources, they are trying to communicate with people in our institution.

What do you want us to do, Colonel?

Keep your eyes wide opened, Soler. This is just the beginning.

I want you to be more alert than ever, Silva.

Come with me.

Allow me to speak to you as a friend.

Tell me, Silva.

Sooner or later, he’ll make me pay.

I don't think so. The Colonel has more important matters to deal with right now.

I reported him for planning the assassination of a President of the Republic.

A week later, they kicked him out of Chile.

Wouldn't you do something to the man who ruined your life?

So what are you going to do, Silva? Are you going to hide?

- Morning. - Good morning, Captain.

- Name? - Sergeant Osorio, sir.

- Where did they bring you from? - War Academy, sir.

Good. Did you have lunch?

No.

There's bread in the dining hall. Excuse me.

I'm sorry, sir. I can't let anyone in.

- Are you messing with me, sergeant? - I'm sorry. I'm just following orders.

Do you know who's in charge at this school, or not?

Colonel Jahn. He's angry, Captain.

And when he's like that, it's best not to get close to him.

Be sure that we are working on it.

Colonel Soler. Colonel Jahn.

I have good news, gentlemen.

We arrested Captain Vergara, Commander Galáz, and a couple of other traitors.

Major Castillo is next, but we haven't been able to find him yet.

You don't seem very excited.

I'm glad.

- Congratulations, Colonel. - Right.

That's why we need people who specialize in intelligence.

And you're one of them, Captain.

I was telling Soler that Captain Jorge Silva is overqualified for his position.

Decisions would have to be made because Captain...

There are no decisions to be made, Soler.

It's simple, Jorge. Now, I have to go back to the War Academy

and interrogate these traitors and a couple more we have in our sights.

I need specialized people to stay and work here in the Red Hangar.

Especially on a couple of kids we arrested this morning.

They're from MAPU.

They're carrying a proclamation to rise up against the Military Junta.

We have to make them talk.

And there's no one better for that than you, Captain.

With all due respect, Colonel. I think that's beyond my capabilities.

Nonsense. You were trained for this.

Shall we go?

I want all the contacts of that shit. Name, phone number, addresses.

One of them is going to be a father.

Bring in the woman, the mother, whoever is necessary.

If I don't return tonight, Captain, you're in charge of the hangar.

- Are we clear? - Yes, Colonel.

Carrasco.

Capitan.

- Where are the young men? - Over here, come on.

Political leaders from La Legua, these bastards.

We found Russian passports in the house.

Honestly, I don't know why are we still keeping these guys alive?

You are not going to look at me?

Want some water?

What's your name?

Do you want me to go get your ID?

Fernando Villagrán.

Felipe.

Felipe what?

Felipe Agüero Piwonka.

Look at me.

They told me you had this hidden up your ass.

I don't...

I don't know.

Felipe, look at me.

That's it.

It's the first time I've seen it.

The first time you've seen it?

How did you have it then?

Who wrote it?

Who were they supposed to deliver this to?

You're not going to cooperate?

I'd rather be dead...

than cooperate with traitors.

From what I can see, you're smarter than your colleague, Felipe.

So look at me and understand this:

You won't get out alive from here if you don't help me.

Do you understand?

They left it in a plaza.

- We had to hand it over tomorrow. - Who?

They didn't tell me.

Don't lie to me, Felipe.

Really, I can't help any more than that.

Maybe they were going to pick her up at your house.

On 1918 Granada Avenue.

Where your mother lives.

Who were they going to give this to?

Please don't hurt my mother.

Then help me.

Did you understand what I said?

Tell me. Did you understand?

Look at me.

To a comrade.

- Hello? - Hello. My love.

- Where are you, Jorge? - I'm here at the school. Are you okay?

- It was horrible. - Listen to me.

- Don't leave the apartment.- Jorge. It was atrocious.

They came in like beasts. Armed and shooting. They took us out of the classroom.

They detained teachers and students. They kicked them to death.

- What is this, Jorge? - Listen to me carefully.

- My love.- Jorge.

Listen to me

This morning, did you know about this?

Rosa, that's how these executions are.

Forgive me.

This was my favorite hour, when I had to be on guard duty.

Finally, the school is at peace.

Do you remember when you made that jump at the National Stadium?

It was an important soccer match. More than 80,000 people in the stadium.

- You don't remember, but... - You were the pilot.

- That's right. - Of course I remember.

Did you know that some people bet against you? They said it was impossible

for you to reach such a small spot from a height of 2000 feet.

Guess who I bet on.

Jorge Silva, the legend.

How does it feel to fall from so high up?

You have to be there to feel it.

Conclusions of the interrogation.

They are members of the MAPU, Peasant and Workers' Party.

The proclamation was delivered to them on Quilín Avenue

at a safe house that has already been raided.

They were going to take it to the party's printing press on Matta Avenue,

but there's nothing left. Everybody disappear.

- Contacts? - No.

They're just kids, Colonel.

A small cell.

I understand that the party leader is being hunted all over Santiago.

No.

All over Chile.

So what? They had to meet someone tomorrow?

Nothing.

They're just trying to buy time.

Time?

The last thing they have is time.

Did you know that when I arrived in the US,

I met some of your teachers from the School of the Americas?

They remembered you.

“The boy,” they called you.

Do you know what they said to me when I told them what had happened three years ago?

What a waste...

Permission to leave, Colonel.

First, I'd like to clear up a question, Captain.

Do you regret it?

I need you on my team.

Is that an order?

tYes, it's an order.

Then count me in, Colonel.

I'm an Air Force captain.

I'm here to follow orders.

Colonel.

The Military Junta warns the population.

First, that anyone that resists the new government

will face consequences.

Second, they clarify that it is not their intention to destroy, but

in resistance to orders disrupts public order,

action will take place with same strength and decision as the people are already aware.

- Did you hear? - Hear what?

They arrested my General Bachelet.

I had no idea, Colonel.

Colonel Jahn interrogated him for several hours.

They went completely crazy.

Colonel. Before reporting for duty under Colonel Jahn, I would like to see my wife.

Yes, but...

that's no longer up to me.

- Gentlemen. - Colonel.

- I need to request a mission, Captain. - At your service, Colonel.

Colonel, I would like to discuss that type of order personally, you and I.

Let's see, Mr. Soler, I remind you that you are in a hierarchical institution.

Here, the decisions that are made are not discussed with the lower ranks. Is that clear?

Colonel, the sooner we leave, the better.

I asked you a question, Colonel.

Colonel, you are at one phone call of losing your position.

It's clear, Colonel.

Captain, I need you to transfer some prisoners from the Red Hangar to the National Stadium.

- today at midnight. - Understood, Colonel.

Police officers will be waiting for them there to continue with the interrogations.

Perfect.

The Captain was saying that he wished to see his wife.

Rosa...

And is she still so political?

She's a history teacher, Colonel.

She has nothing to do with politics.

Great!

When you come back to the National Stadium, you can stop by your house.

Thank you very much, Colonel.

General Leigh will be very happy to have you back working with us, Captain.

With your permission.

Captain.

The MAPU assholes...

...will not arrive to the stadium.

When Carrasco gives you the signal, make them run. Understood?

Later we'll say they tried to escape.

Yes, Colonel.

- Zavala!- Attention!

- Captain. - Are the prisoners ready?

- Yes, Captain. - Load them into the trucks.

- Quickly, Zavala.- Prisoners!

Prisoners to the trucks.

Sergeant.

- To the trucks. Quickly. - Yes, Captain.

Let's go.

Get up. Get up.

Get up. Quick.

Corporal!

Walk, walk.

Move!

Good evening, Captain.

- Are you ready, Lieutenant? - Yes, Captain.

- Did you speak to my Colonel Jahn? - Hop on.

Hernández, are you ready?

I asked a question. Are you ready?

Hernández?

Look at me.

Are you ready?

Yes, Captain.

It looks weird, everything so empty.

It's better this way, believe me.

And to think they told me you were a huaso getting off his horse.

And look at you now, a real Steve McQueen.

It's no big deal, Captain.

You had your charms, Hernández...

Just so you know.

You'll see. In four more years, I'll have to look up to you.

I'll just stick to my own thing.

Your own thing? And what is your own thing?

Flying...

...like you.

Parachuting.

When this is all over, you'll get your parachute jump.

Then you'll see what's good.

Captain, can I ask you a question?

Does it help if I say no?

Go ahead.

What does it feel like to be in the air, Captain?

Captain. When we get to the Pan-American Highway, stop the truck!

Go on.

But, Captain...

This might be a good spot, Captain.

Captain, do you hear me?

Captain Jorge Silva, I'm talking to you. Stop the truck right now, please.

I have orders to take these prisoners to the stadium. We're running late.

Yes, I have orders to take care of these communists.

Well, it's not my problem.

- Hernández, stop the truck. - Hernández. Go ahead.

- You're not understanding me correctly. - Yes, I understand you perfectly.

You seem to be forgetting that you were talking to a superior.

We're not stopping until we get to the stadium. Is that clear?

I asked if that's clear, Lieutenant.

You're fucking up your career, Silva.

One more and I'll shoot you for contempt.

Oh, yeah?

Stop the truck, damn it!

I'll shoot you motherfucker.

To the stadium, Hernández.

Captain Jorge Silva, from the Air Force Specialty School.

Sergeant Pacheco, my captain.

I'm bringing you some prisoners I have to hand over.

I'm sorry, Captain, but I have orders not to let anyone through.

Unless Colonel Espinosa tells me to.

I have an idea.

I'm going to release these terrorists and tell Colonel Espinosa

that you gave the order.

- But... - But nothing.

Remove the barrier, Sergeant.

- All right, Captain. Can you manage? - Yes, I can manage.

Lift the barriers!

Colonel Espinosa.

Captain Jorge Silva, Specialized Training School.

- Good evening, Captain. - Good evening, Colonel.

I brought you the prisoners from La Legua.

Good Work.

- Permission to leave, Colonel. - Go ahead.

Come on, Hernández.

I thought you were dead.

I'm fine.

We have to leave.

No...

Yes...

You can't go back.

Jorge...

Jorge... Jorge, you can't go back.

I have to go.

Please...

I have to go back.

Don't worry.

I'll come back.

Hey...

I'm sure I'll be back.

I have to go.

Are you sure?

You feel free, Hernández.

When you jump out of a plane.

That's what you wanted to know, right?

Well, you feel free.

In control of your life.

More alive than ever.

Thank you, Captain.

Thank you, Sergeant.

Jorge Silva was detained and tortured by his old comrades in arms

in different detention centers of the Air Force.

Three months later he was transferred to the the Public Jail,

where he shared his cell with General Alberto Bachelet,

Colonel Ernesto Galas, CaptainRaul Vergara and several hundred officers

and non-commissioned officers of the Air Force.

Fernando Villagrán and Felipe Agüero were also detained in the Public Jail.

They never knew that the man who saved their lives was only one hundred meters away.

Jorge Silva lived in exile alongside his wife in London, where he died in August 2024.

He never returned to live in Chile.

THE RED HANGAR