AGP Executive Report

USMNT vs Chile Friendly: Mauricio Pochettino’s US team returns to action in St. Louis on Tuesday, with a rotated squad after the 4-1 win over Peru and a new-generation focus featuring Cavan Sullivan and other debutants. Heavy Metal News: Slipknot just announced its 2027 “(sic)est Stadium Tour,” starting July 3 at Wembley and hitting North America and South America, with support acts including Marilyn Manson and Bring Me The Horizon. Chile Culture & Film: Qatar Museums and Years of Culture extended “Your Ghosts Are Mine” at Centro Cultural La Moneda in Santiago until Nov. 1, after drawing 15,000+ visitors and spotlighting migration, exile and memory through film and video art. Sports Spotlight (Global): World Cup breakout goalkeeper Vozinha says fame has cost him privacy and peace, even as he’s now playing in Chile. Space & Tech: SpaceX’s Starship reached orbit and deployed advanced Starlink satellites, then splashed down after a short orbital test.

Space & Tech: SpaceX is gearing up for Starship Flight 14, aiming for its first orbital attempt around Earth on Monday (launch window opens 7:15 a.m. CT), with Starlink V3 satellite deployment and a Pacific splashdown west of Chile. Sports (Chile): The USMNT hosts Chile in a friendly Tuesday, after the Americans beat Peru 4-1; Chile is coming off a loss to Canada and will look to bounce back at Energizer Park in St. Louis. Football Spotlight: Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha says fame has cost him his peace after his World Cup breakout and Colo-Colo move. Arts & Culture: Fall 2026’s big screen and TV slate is getting buzz, while Chilean Victor Jara’s legacy keeps spreading with new nominations and tributes. Heritage & Community: A citizen-led push in Lima seeks UNESCO status for pre-colonial sites, highlighting how preservation and public awareness are shaping cultural policy. Food & Lifestyle: India’s food safety crackdown targets eateries and pushes front-of-pack warning labels, while a fall patio guide offers budget-friendly outdoor upgrades.

Space & Tech: SpaceX is gearing up for Starship’s 14th test flight on Monday, Sept. 28, with live coverage planned and a potential first-ever Earth-orbit mission plus Starlink V3 satellite deployment. Music (Chile): Beto Cuevas made his Santiago debut with an acoustic set tracing his La Ley era and solo hits at the Gran Teatro del Cibao. Film (Chile link): Martin McDonagh’s “Wild Horse Nine” is getting buzz for its black-comedy take set around the 1973 Chilean coup, starring John Malkovich and Sam Rockwell. Sports (Chile): The USMNT hosts Chile next in a friendly after a 4-1 win over Peru, while Canada beat Chile 1-0 in another recent friendly. Culture (Chile): More than 1,000 people gathered in Santiago to honor Víctor Jara’s birthday with a mass performance of “Deja la vida volar.”

Víctor Jara Tribute: Over 1,000 people gathered outside Santiago’s General Cemetery to commemorate the singer’s birthday with a mass performance of “Deja la vida volar,” honoring those disappeared under Chile’s dictatorship. Food & Culture: Chef Walter Potenza shares his autumn quince tradition, tracing how “cotognata” turns golden fruit into a centuries-old comfort staple. Football (Chile): Canada beat nine-man Chile 1-0 in a friendly, with Jonathan David scoring early and Chile reduced to 10 men after Lucas Cepeda’s red. Football (USMNT): Mauricio Pochettino kicked off the new cycle with a 4-1 win over Peru in Orlando, leaning on teenagers—including Cavan Sullivan’s debut—while Christian Pulisic was left out for fitness and squad-building reasons. Music & Film: Mike Leigh’s “Tender Loving Care” won Golden Shell and Best Screenplay at San Sebastián. Tour News: Placebo announced a 2027 Latin American tour with Santiago on the list. Pop Culture: WWE reports Seth Rollins has been kept off TV by creative plans, with a return “not that far off.” Sports Travel: Cunard’s Queen Anne sets sail on a 19-night Mediterranean run that includes Greek stops.

San Sebastián Film Festival: Mike Leigh’s “Tender Loving Care” took the Golden Shell and Best Screenplay, with Kate O’Flynn also winning Best Leading Performance. Chile Legal Milestone: A Chilean court ruled in favor of a woman who sued a doctor for blocking her abortion, setting a precedent on duties and compensation. Sports (Chile-linked): Chile’s Ivonne Vildosola, 70, debuted in T20I cricket in April under the captaincy of her granddaughter, becoming the oldest active cricketer. Olympics Watch: Munich was selected by Germany’s Olympic committee to bid for the Summer Games in 2036, 2040 or 2044. USMNT & Region Friendlies: Mauricio Pochettino begins a new US cycle vs Peru in Orlando, with Christian Pulisic left out as the squad leans on youth. WWE Buzz: Seth Rollins has been kept off WWE TV by design, with a return plan reportedly already in place. SpaceX: Starship Flight 14’s first orbital test is slated for Sept. 28, with live coverage details circulating.

US-UN Diplomacy: Mexico says it’s “time for women” to lead the next UN Secretary-General after Chile revoked support for Michelle Bachelet, as contenders are named ahead of the 2026 handover. Football (Chile link): Canada hosts Chile in a new international cycle after World Cup momentum, with Canada coach Jesse Marsch confirming Derek Cornelius’ dislocated hip isn’t as severe as feared. USMNT & Pochettino: Mauricio Pochettino says he regrets not being more involved in the Folarin Balogun red-card appeal that shifted the US team’s World Cup energy. Chile in pop culture: National Geographic’s “Chilean Mine Rescue: Race Against Time” revisits the 2010 San José drilling plan and what it took to reach the trapped miners. Film/TV: Rotten Tomatoes highlights the most “certified fresh” films to stream at home, while “Wild Horse Nine” gets festival buzz ahead of its wider rollout. Sports & culture: Aquarium of the Pacific’s Baja Splash returns for Hispanic Heritage Month with live music spanning Mexico, Chile and more. Action cinema: Jamie Foxx’s “Deadlocked” adds Chilean martial artist Marko Zaror to the cast.

Chile on Screen: Thomas Woodroffe’s debut feature “Erratics” heads into the spotlight after screening at San Sebastián, with the filmmaker talking about how colonial archives carry violence—and why cinema should resist “standardisation.” Streaming Buzz: Netflix’s “My Sad Dead” lands with a mixed review, praised for its unsettling ideas but criticized for a slow, heavy watch. International TV: Filipino volleyball rom-com “Love at First Spike” scores an International Emmy nomination, and it’s up against Chile’s “31 Minutos: Calurosa Navidad.” Sports (Chile angle): Canada hosts Chile in a key friendly as the World Cup cycle shifts, while Chile’s own football story also pops up in coverage of a chaotic women’s match at the South American Games final. Global Entertainment: Amazon MGM’s action film “Deadlocked” adds Marko Zaror and Tyrik Johnson to its Prime Video cast.

International Emmy Buzz: Chile’s “31 Minutos: Calurosa Navidad” is up for the 2026 International Emmy Awards in the Kids: Live Action category, competing against the Philippines’ “Love at First Spike,” the Netherlands’ “De Achterblijvers,” and the UK’s “Dexter Procter: The Ten Year Old Doctor.” Sports Drama (South America Games): Venezuela beat Chile in a chaotic Women’s U-20 final, leveling late and winning on penalties after a post-match confrontation. Chile on Screen: Nat Geo’s “Chilean Mine Rescue: Race Against Time” returns the 2010 San José story with never-before-seen underground footage, including cellphone material from the miners. Culture & Diplomacy: Qatar Museums chair Sheikha Al Mayassa wrapped a tour of Argentina, Chile and Brazil to deepen “Years of Culture” partnerships and cultural exchange. Tech/Space: SpaceX completed a wet dress rehearsal for Starship Flight 14, targeting an orbital attempt later this month. Film Industry: Astra Film Festival announced its 2026 lineup and competition sections, with 70 documentaries and 200 events.

Film & Awards: John Malkovich is set to receive the Santa Barbara International Film Festival’s Outstanding Performer of the Year Award for his role in Martin McDonagh’s Wild Horse Nine, a movie tied to the 1973 Chilean coup and starring Sam Rockwell, Steve Buscemi and Parker Posey. Trailer Buzz: A fresh second trailer for Wild Horse Nine is out, keeping the spotlight on the CIA agents’ Santiago-to-Easter-Island mission and the conspiracies around it. Arts & Culture (Chile connection): Qatar Museums chair Sheikha Al Mayassa wrapped a tour of Argentina, Chile and Brazil to deepen cultural partnerships under the “Years of Culture” initiative. Documentary Spotlight: National Geographic is revisiting the 2010 Chilean mine rescue with a new three-part docuseries, Chilean Mine Rescue: Race Against Time, premiering Friday. Sports (Chile): Chile’s Anahi Rivero won bronze in speed climbing at the Santa Fe 2026 South American Games, while Venezuelan flag-bearer Sabrina Baumgartner took gold. Art Fair (LA): The Other Art Fair returns to Santa Monica with 160 independent artists, no galleries, and direct artist-to-buyer access.

Trailer Drop (Chile on Screen): Martin McDonagh’s dark comedy “Wild Horse Nine” just released a new trailer, starring John Malkovich and Sam Rockwell as CIA agents sent from Santiago to Easter Island on the eve of the 1973 Chilean coup. Film & Festival Buzz: The movie—already praised after its Venice premiere—has been tipped for major awards and opens in cinemas on Nov. 6. International Emmy Watch: The kids’ series “Love At First Spike” (headed by Emilio Daez) earned an International Emmy nomination, competing with Chile’s “31 Minutos: Calurosa Navidad.” Local Talent Spotlight: Chilean-born Jacinta Solari Etcheberry (Columbia) was named Ivy League Co-Offensive Player of the Week after scoring all three goals in two matches. Culture & Community: Hispanic Heritage Month coverage highlights celebrations across the Americas, including free streaming picks for movie night. Sports (Chile-linked): Chile’s Cavan Sullivan continues to draw hype after scoring and assisting in a standout performance ahead of US friendlies.

Chile & Culture Diplomacy: A Chilean Senate delegation in Punta Arenas reaffirmed Magellan Strait sovereignty and backed extra 2027 budget funds for its maintenance, while also defending the region’s right to trade freely. International TV Buzz: The UK topped this year’s International Emmy nominations with 14, including Disney+’s “A Thousand Blows,” while Canada’s “Heated Rivalry” missed out despite submission. Film Industry Spotlight: San Sebastián’s WIP Latam Industry Awards celebrated Chilean-linked talent, with Juan Sebastián Mesa and Tatiana Huezo among the winners, highlighting the festival’s push for co-productions. Indie Home Media: Cartuna founder James Belfer launched Video Visions, a new physical home video label with releases like “Dead Lover” and “Fuck My Son!” Music & Heritage: Silvio Rodríguez continues to be celebrated for decades of revolutionary songwriting, with coverage tying his legacy to modern Latin American artists. Sports (Chile in the mix): Chile’s Derek Cornelius update and Chilean football chatter also kept rolling, alongside a big South American judo celebration in Rosario.

Latin American Film Days in Budapest: The fourth edition runs 23–29 September at Uránia, with 12 films from seven countries and Chile among the highlights, including “The Movie Teller” and a 35mm “Central Station,” plus rare screenings with Spanish/Portuguese/Quechua originals and Hungarian subtitles. Music: Placebo just announced a 2027 Latin America tour celebrating their first two albums, with stops including Santiago, Lima, Bogotá and more. Streaming: This week’s OTT slate leans thriller-heavy, with Netflix’s “Unabomber” and “The Final Problem,” plus “Blood Legacy” season 2 and “Minerva Academy” among the new arrivals. Local culture & food: Chilean chefs Francisco Araya and Fernanda Guerrero bring Michelin-starred Chilean cuisine to Bengaluru, framing it as “geographic” cooking shaped by coastline and seafood. Sports (Chile link): Marcelo Allende keeps mum on his future after helping Mamelodi Sundowns win the FIFA African-Asian Pacific Cup. Biosecurity: Marlborough’s pest watch launches monthly alerts, spotlighting Chilean needle grass and other threats.

TV & Streaming: Jensen Ackles is set to star as Lucas Davenport in MGM+’s new eight-episode crime thriller “Rules of Prey,” adapted from John Sandford’s bestselling novel series, with production starting in Toronto and a premiere planned across multiple markets including Chile. Cinema & Culture: The HYBE Cine Fest 2026 goes global with a weeklong run in 60+ territories (Oct. 24-31), featuring live cinema broadcasts of BTS shows from Buenos Aires and São Paulo, plus concert films from Seventeen and Tomorrow X Together. Chile in Politics: Chile’s push to rebuild ties with Israel faces a domestic test after ambassador Gabriel Zaliasnik sparked backlash over remarks about the Palestinian community, with an interpellation of the foreign minister scheduled for Sept. 28. Arts & Film: “La Bola Negra” (Los Javis) won TIFF’s People’s Choice Award, while the fall festival race highlighted standout performances including John Malkovich in Martin McDonagh’s “Wild Horse Nine.” Sports (Chile-linked): A Chile-hosted FESUPO powerlifting event saw Guyana’s Franklyn Brisport-Luke take gold in Santiago.

Patricio Guzmán Obituary: Chile’s legendary documentary filmmaker Patricio Guzmán died at 85 in Paris, remembered for decades of films on the 1973 coup and Chile’s political trauma. Ballet Loss: María Elena Llorente, principal dancer and maître of Cuba’s National Ballet, passed away at 80, marking the end of a more-than-five-decade career. Chile Film Spotlight: “Erratics” (Bloques erráticos), Chilean Thomas Woodroffe’s debut, premiered in San Sebastián’s New Directors sidebar, blending ghost cinema and Patagonia hauntology. Entertainment Business: BeatHub bought out Chile’s BeLive stake to take 100% of Bogotá’s Movistar Arena operator, aiming for 160+ events in 2026. Food & Culture: A new Neon Kitty ramen shop in California turns a chef’s taste-test into a “ramen library” experience. Sports (Chile-linked): Chilean golfer Joaquín Niemann says he hasn’t committed to LIV for 2027, planning time off in Chile. Health/Chile link: The FDA/CDC closed an e. coli frozen-blueberry outbreak tied to a Chilean company, with 17 cases reported.

San Sebastián & Chilean cinema: Pablo Larraín brings his Argentina debut “My Sad Dead” (“Mis muertos tristes”) to the Golden Shell race, a Netflix-made story where a retired doctor who hears the dead watches the line between living and ghosts collapse. Festival pipeline: CinemaChile’s 2026-2027 catalog lands at San Sebastián with a reported 20.5% jump in Chile’s film output (188 titles), plus Chile’s presence in the WIP LatAm/Europa awards. Local industry growth: The same catalog highlights more women-led projects and a heavy co-production mix, keeping Chile firmly on the international map. Sports (Chile in the mix): Davis Cup action includes Spain beating Chile 4-0 in Santiago, while Germany advances toward the Final 8 with Alexander Zverev leading. Streaming watchlist: New OTT drops for Sept 21-27 include Netflix’s “Shaque: Trust No One,” plus other major releases across platforms. Live entertainment business: BeatHub buys the remaining stake in Bogotá’s Movistar Arena, fully owning a key concert venue. Culture & food: A Latin American festival hits Seoul, and W Kuala Lumpur debuts HOJA & HOJITA celebrating Pacific-coast flavors including Chile.

Qatar–Latin America Music Exchange: Enrique Arturo Diemecke returned to lead the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra in Doha for “Sounds of Mexico,” spotlighting everything from mariachi-inspired rhythms to modern Mexican composers as part of Qatar’s 2026 Year of Culture. UN Leadership Shake-Up: Chile’s former president Michelle Bachelet withdrew her bid to become the next UN secretary-general after straw polls left her near the bottom, while Antonio Guterres urged world leaders to unite for peace and cooperation ahead of his final UNGA. Streaming & Pop Culture: Disney+ announced new Marvel “Spidey and the Avengers: Halloween Team-Up!” plus a full slate of weekly TV and movie additions for Sept. 21–27. Chile in the Spotlight (Food & Cost of Living): Around Santiago’s Plaza de Armas, the clásico completo is getting pricier as Chile’s cost-of-living crunch hits even street staples. Sports (Chile-linked): Davis Cup qualifying saw Chilean Joaquin Niemann mentioned among standout performers as the tennis race heats up.