El Sur
NR 1983 · 94 min · ★ 7.7 · Drama
A woman recalls her childhood growing up in the North of Spain, focusing on her relationship with her father.
Directed by Víctor Erice · Written by Víctor Erice
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Omero Antonutti Agustín Arenas -
Sonsoles Aranguren Estrella - 8 años -
Icíar Bollaín Estrella - 15 años -
Lola Cardona Julia -
Rafaela Aparicio Milagros -
Aurore Clément Irene Ríos / Laura - M Maria Caro Casilda
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Francisco Merino Enamorado -
José Vivó Camarero -
Germaine Montero Doña Rosario - J José García Morilla Chófer
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María Massip Estrella adulta (voice)
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