The Mole Agent is a 2020 internationally co-produced documentary film directed by Maite Alberdi. It was screened at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival in the World Cinema Documentary Competition. At the 93rd Academy Awards, It was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature and was selected as the Chilean entry for Best International Feature Film. The Mole Agent is a heartwarming documentary film that follows an elderly man named Sergio Chamy as he goes undercover in a Chilean nursing home to investigate potential abuse of a resident. The film blends elements of both a spy story and a poignant character study. Posing as a new resident, Sergio's mission is to gather information for a concerned family about the treatment of their mother. Through his journey, he forms unexpected friendships with the other residents and staff, offering a unique perspective on aging, loneliness, and human connection. The film delves into themes of empathy, aging, and the importance of human connection, while also shedding light on the often overlooked issues within elder care facilities. With its mix of humor and poignancy, "The Mole Agent" provides a touching exploration of the human spirit in the later stages of life.

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