A Time to Die

A Time to Die

1986 · 98 min · ★ 6.9 · Action, Crime, Drama

A man is released from prison, and after 18 years, returns to his village. But in this village, time, in many ways, has stood still. The time served by Juan complied with the court's justice, but not with some villagers. There are some who still seek true justice.

Directed by Jorge Alí Triana · Written by Carlos Fuentes

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