Soledad's Shawl (1952)
Alberto Robles, a young doctor, is faced with the decision to surrender to a life full of comforts and luxuries or to continue dedicating himself body and soul to serving those who need it most.
Director: Roberto Gavaldón
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 111 min
Release Date: November 13, 1952
Cast
- Arturo de Córdova - Doctor Alberto Robles
- Pedro Armendáriz - Roque Suazo
- Estela Inda - Soledad
- Domingo Soler - Padre Juan
- Carlos López Moctezuma - David Acosta
- Jaime Fernández - Mauro
- Gilberto González - Delfino Ruiz
- Francisco Jambrina - Dr. Alfonso Gómez Ugarte
- Hernán Vera - Presidente municipal
- Rogelio Fernández - El novio
Screenplay
- Roberto Gavaldón (Screenplay)
- Estela Inda (Screenplay)
- José Revueltas
Music: Francisco Domínguez
Cinematography: Gabriel Figueroa
Editing: Charles L. Kimball
Production: Cinematográfica TeleVoz
Country: Mexico
Language: Español
Original Language: es
Themes
Crushing Despair and the Void, The Life Struggle of a Single Father, A Weary Soul and Exhaustion, Daily Struggles of the Working Class, Poverty Cycle and Hopelessness
Keywords
operation, rape, sacrifice, greed, ignorance, murder, priest, poverty, physician, unwed mother, shawl
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Soledad's Shawl about?
- Alberto Robles, a young doctor, is faced with the decision to surrender to a life full of comforts and luxuries or to continue dedicating himself body and soul to serving those who need it most.
- Who directed Soledad's Shawl?
- Soledad's Shawl was directed by Roberto Gavaldón.
- Who stars in Soledad's Shawl?
- Soledad's Shawl stars Arturo de Córdova, Pedro Armendáriz, Estela Inda, Domingo Soler, Carlos López Moctezuma, Jaime Fernández.
- How long is Soledad's Shawl?
- Soledad's Shawl has a runtime of 1h 51m (111 minutes).
- What genre is Soledad's Shawl?
- Soledad's Shawl is a Drama film.
- Where was Soledad's Shawl produced?
- Soledad's Shawl was produced in Mexico.
- What are the themes of Soledad's Shawl?
- The themes of Soledad's Shawl include: Crushing Despair and the Void, The Life Struggle of a Single Father, A Weary Soul and Exhaustion, Daily Struggles of the Working Class, Poverty Cycle and Hopelessness.