The Daughter of the Haymaker
The Daughter of the Haymaker

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The Daughter of the Haymaker

2014
Movie
86 min
Kurdish

The Daughter of the Haymaker is a real story when a British soldier who fell in love with a Kurdish girl and kidnapped her.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Fernando TruebaGenres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

A wealthy and self-important industrialist travels to the small town where his father grew up to film a movie about his life. He clashes with the locals, particularly a proud and independent woman who runs the town's only hotel, revealing secrets and challenging his perceptions of his family's history and his own identity.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews, with many praising the performances, particularly from the lead actors, and its blend of humor and drama. Some critics found the plot to be somewhat predictable, but generally appreciated the heartfelt storytelling and the exploration of class and identity.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its strong performances and the chemistry between its leads.

  • Appreciated for its charming blend of comedy and drama.

  • Some noted a predictable narrative arc.

Google audience: Audience reception data for this film on Google is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film's original Spanish title, 'La Reina de España' (The Queen of Spain), was changed to 'The Daughter of the Haymaker' for some international releases, possibly to avoid confusion with other films or to better convey its themes.

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