# Where to watch Machetero (2008) in the UK

> Machetero (2008) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 5 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2008  
**Runtime:** 98 minutes  
**Genres:** Drama, Crime  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 5 May 2026 (2026-05-04T23:23:29.543Z)  

## Synopsis

Post 9/11 definitions, ideas and notions of terrorism are challenged in this highly controversial and experimental film. Machetero is an allegorical narrative that follows French journalist Jean Dumont, to a New York prison where he interviews Pedro Taino, a so-called "Puerto Rican Terrorist". Pedro is a self-described Machetero fighting to free Puerto Rico from the yoke of United States colonialism. He is obsessed with freedom, freedom for his country, his people and for himself. Jean questions Pedro about his decisions to use violence as a means to achieve that freedom. Jean utilizes a global perspective in questioning Pedro, referencing examples of achieving his goals through more peaceful means. However Jean soon finds that Pedro is well versed in liberation struggles from around the world and their debate over the use of violence as a catalyst for change escalates. As Jean and Pedro speak, another story unfolds. A ghetto youth grows up in the streets doing what he has to do to ...

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Machetero in the UK?**

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