The Holy Inquisition (1974)
A plague is spreading through 16th century Mexico, and the Inquisition of the Roman Catholic Church is rooting out Jews, for they are believed to be its cause. At his father's funeral, a monk observes his family practicing Jewish burial rite, and he reports them, leading to devastating consequences for the whole family.
Director: Arturo Ripstein
Genre: Drama, History
Runtime: 127 min
Release Date: June 6, 1974
Cast
- Jorge Luke - Luis de Carvajal
- Diana Bracho - Mariana de Carvajal
- Claudio Brook - Fray Alonso de Peralta
- Ana Mérida - Francisca de Carvajal
- Rafael Banquells - Principal de la Real Audiencia
- Mario Castillón Bracho - Gregorio López
- Jorge Fegán - Padre Oroz
- Farnesio de Bernal - Fray Hernando
- Virgilio Hernández - Martoz de Bohorquez
- Antonio Bravo - Rabino Morales
Screenplay
Music: Joaquín Gutiérrez Heras
Cinematography: Jorge Stahl Jr.
Editing: Eufemio Rivera
Production: Cinematográfica Marco Polo S.A., Estudios Churubusco Azteca
Country: Mexico
Language: Latin, Español, עִבְרִית
Original Language: es
Keywords
inquisition
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Holy Inquisition about?
- A plague is spreading through 16th century Mexico, and the Inquisition of the Roman Catholic Church is rooting out Jews, for they are believed to be its cause. At his father's funeral, a monk observes his family practicing Jewish burial rite, and he reports them, leading to devastating consequences for the whole family.
- Who directed The Holy Inquisition?
- The Holy Inquisition was directed by Arturo Ripstein.
- Who stars in The Holy Inquisition?
- The Holy Inquisition stars Jorge Luke, Diana Bracho, Claudio Brook, Ana Mérida, Rafael Banquells, Mario Castillón Bracho.
- How long is The Holy Inquisition?
- The Holy Inquisition has a runtime of 2h 7m (127 minutes).
- What genre is The Holy Inquisition?
- The Holy Inquisition is a Drama, History film.
- Where was The Holy Inquisition produced?
- The Holy Inquisition was produced in Mexico.