La Tragedia de Macario
Determined to provide his wife with a better life, Macario (Rogelio Ramos) leaves his Mexican village to find work in the United States. This drama follows the hopeful young man and a friend as they head north on a journey that ultimately takes a tragic turn. Shot on a budget of around $8000 and infused with magical realism, director Pablo Veliz's moving tale of faith, resolve and loss is based in part on true events that occurred in 2003 in Victoria, Texas.
Year: 2005
Genre: Drama, Latin America Cinema
Country: USA
Director: Pablo Veliz
Starring: Tina Rodriguez, Rogelio Ramos, Victor Agustino
Duration: 71 Minutes
Rating: R16 - Contains violence, horror and sex scenes.
Subtitles: Yes
6.9/10
Location in store: Foreign (Latin America)
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