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A Love to Keep
Spain, the era of dictator Franco. Two female teachers are in love, but in those years and in that regime the love is not only forbidden but also a crime. To avoid their child been in prison, the parents of the one teacher, force her to be confined in a clinic for mental diseases, where she is heavily abused, the main treatment been electroshocks. After Franco's fall, and the change of things, she is free to return to her home, under the surveillance of her mother. Her father, more compassionate, helps her escape and find her lover. But the years of been under electroshocks have damaged her health, and make it impossible to live a normal life.
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Plot Summary
A young man from a troubled background finds solace and purpose when he falls for a compassionate woman. Their love faces challenges from his past and external pressures, testing their commitment to each other and their dreams.
Critical Reception
A made-for-television movie, 'A Love to Keep' received a generally lukewarm reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and melodramatic elements. Audiences, however, found some emotional resonance with the story of overcoming adversity through love.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its heartfelt performances from the lead actors.
Criticized for a conventional and often saccharine narrative.
Seen as a simple, earnest romance film with limited depth.
Google audience: Audience reception is not readily available in a consolidated format.
Fun Fact
The film was part of the 'Hallmark Channel's "New Year's Resolutions"' programming event, aiming for feel-good holiday viewing.
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