Orphans (2014)
Orphans is the true story of a forbidden love affair set in the oppressive and violent atmosphere of nineteenth century Mexico. One man, Melchor Ocampo, driven by the twin passions of love and idealism, defies the stain of illegitimacy to shake off the crippling yoke of Spain and the Catholic Church. In so doing he becomes a founding figure of modern day Mexico.
Director: Guita Schyfter
Genre: Drama, History
Runtime: 155 min
Release Date: June 6, 2014
Cast
- Rafael Sánchez Navarro - Melchor Ocampo
- Dolores Heredia - Ana Maria Escobar
- José Luis Cruz - Clemente Munguía
Screenplay
- José C. Valadés (Author)
- Hugo Hiriart (Screenplay)
- Fausto Zerón-Medina (Screenplay)
- Guita Schyfter (Screenplay)
Music: Jesús Echeverria
Cinematography: Sebastián Hiriart
Editing: Pedro G. García
Country: Mexico
Language: Español
Original Language: es
Keywords
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Orphans about?
- Orphans is the true story of a forbidden love affair set in the oppressive and violent atmosphere of nineteenth century Mexico. One man, Melchor Ocampo, driven by the twin passions of love and idealism, defies the stain of illegitimacy to shake off the crippling yoke of Spain and the Catholic Church. In so doing he becomes a founding figure of modern day Mexico.
- Who directed Orphans?
- Orphans was directed by Guita Schyfter.
- Who stars in Orphans?
- Orphans stars Rafael Sánchez Navarro, Dolores Heredia, José Luis Cruz.
- How long is Orphans?
- Orphans has a runtime of 2h 35m (155 minutes).
- What genre is Orphans?
- Orphans is a Drama, History film.
- Where was Orphans produced?
- Orphans was produced in Mexico.