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Casas de fuego
Film based on the life of Dr. Salvador Mazza, who, with a group of professionals, conducts an investigation to discover the antidote to a mysterious illness whose carrier is a nocturnal insect. A Mazza was regarded as the first doctor who fought the deadly Chagas disease in Argentina.
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Plot Summary
Set during the War of the Triple Alliance, the film follows a young Argentine soldier named Mateo and his experiences. He becomes involved with a group of prostitutes and witnesses the brutal realities of war and its impact on individuals. The narrative explores themes of love, loss, and the dehumanizing effects of conflict.
Critical Reception
Casas de fuego received mixed to positive reviews upon its release. Critics often praised its historical setting and atmospheric portrayal of the war, though some found the narrative pacing uneven. It is considered a significant Argentine film of the mid-1990s.
What Reviewers Say
Visually evocative portrayal of a tumultuous historical period.
Explores the human cost of war with a somber tone.
Some found the narrative development to be somewhat lacking.
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Fun Fact
The film was Argentina's official submission for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 1996, though it was not nominated.
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