Roots (1954)

Four independent stories based on writer Francisco Rojas Gonzáles's work, depicting the reality of Mexican indian people: Las Vacas (The Cow), Nuestra Señora (Our Lady), El Tuerto (One-Eyed) and La Potranca (The Filly). In El Tuerto, a one eyed boy is relentlessly bullied by his mates. His religious mother asks God to make the boy's eyes equal. The outcome is tragic.

Directing:
  • Benito Alazraki

Writing:
  • Juan de la Cabada
  • Benito Alazraki
  • Carlos Velo

Stars:
Release Date: 1954-09-01
themoviedb icon 6.8/10
  • Country: MX
  • Language: Español
  • Runtime: 103

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