Lecumberri, the Dark Palace (1977)

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The Lecumberri Penitentiary was one of the most notorious prisons in 20th-century Mexico, known for the notorious inmates who were held there and the appalling living conditions inside. This documentary records daily life in the prison shortly before its closure.

Director: Arturo Ripstein
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 110 min
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Country: Mexico
Language: Español
Original Language: es
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lecumberri, the Dark Palace about?
The Lecumberri Penitentiary was one of the most notorious prisons in 20th-century Mexico, known for the notorious inmates who were held there and the appalling living conditions inside. This documentary records daily life in the prison shortly before its closure.
Who directed Lecumberri, the Dark Palace?
Lecumberri, the Dark Palace was directed by Arturo Ripstein.
How long is Lecumberri, the Dark Palace?
Lecumberri, the Dark Palace has a runtime of 1h 50m (110 minutes).
What genre is Lecumberri, the Dark Palace?
Lecumberri, the Dark Palace is a Documentary film.
Where was Lecumberri, the Dark Palace produced?
Lecumberri, the Dark Palace was produced in Mexico.