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The Holy Innocents

The Holy Innocents

1984 · 107 min · ★ 7.8 · Drama

In 60s Extremadura, Paco el Bajo and his relatives work during day in a farmhouse, and silently suffer submission to their masters, who exploit them and treat them almost like animals. Meanwhile, Paco dreams that one day his children will be able to study.

Directed by Mario Camus · Written by Mario Camus

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