The Violin
In an unnamed Latin American country that closely resembles Mexico, the government fights a rural insurgency with torture, assault, rape, and murder. Soldiers descend on a town, cutting off the rebels from their cache of ammunition hidden in a field. A family of grandfather, son, and grandson are among the rebels in the hills. The grandfather, with his violin over his shoulder, tries to pass the checkpoint, ostensibly to tend his corn crop. The commanding officer lets him pass but insists on a daily music lesson.
Directed by Francisco Vargas · Written by Francisco Vargas
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- Ángel Tavira Don Plutarco
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Gerardo Taracena Genaro -
Dagoberto Gama Capitán - Mario Garibaldi Lucio
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Fermín Martínez Teniente -
Silverio Palacios Comandante Cayetano -
Justo Martínez Hacendado -
Octavio Castro Zacarías -
Carlos Gallardo Soldado Colaborador - Humberto Castillo Niño Mensajero
- Cornelio Cruz Vendedora
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Ángeles Cruz Jefa Guerrillera 1
Make it a double feature
3h 21m together
The Violin
Shame
Both from Francisco Vargas.
