Night Has Come

This documentary follows a group of young men, including some teenagers, who volunteer for a demanding military training program within the Peruvian Armed Forces. Driven by a desire for adventure and a goal to become warriors, the recruits prepare for deployment to the VRAEM region to participate in an armed conflict linked to drug policy. As they undergo a transformation into soldiers within a secluded and violent environment, the film explores the contrast between rigorous military discipline and the emergence of compassion and care among the men.

Written and directed by Paolo Tizón, this film marks the director's debut. It is a co-production between Spain, Mexico, and Peru, involving production companies Elías Querejeta Zine Eskola and PCM Post, with Diana Castro serving as producer. The film has a runtime of 96 minutes. On IMDb, the documentary has a rating of 6.9/10 based on 28 votes.