Maria of My Heart
Maria of My Heart

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Maria of My Heart

1979
Movie
120 min
Spanish

Héctor and María meet again after eight years of not seeing each other. She works as a magician in cabarets and he robs houses. María convinces Héctor to become a magician and work together. Life seems to smile on them until one day, when Maria travels to another city, the couple's situation will be overshadowed by an unfortunate event.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Gino ManginiGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

In a small Italian village, Maria, a young woman burdened by her family's struggles, finds herself drawn to Marcello, a wealthy landowner. Their forbidden romance faces societal judgment and family opposition. As their love deepens, they must confront the harsh realities of their world and decide if their passion can overcome the obstacles in their path.

Critical Reception

Maria of My Heart received mixed reviews upon its release. While some critics praised its evocative portrayal of rural Italian life and the central romantic performances, others found the narrative predictable and melodramatic. Audiences generally responded more favorably to its emotional themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric depiction of Italian village life.

  • Noted for the chemistry between the lead actors.

  • Criticized for a formulaic and overly sentimental plot.

Google audience: Audience reception information for 'Maria of My Heart' is not widely available through Google Reviews.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in a small, picturesque village in the Abruzzo region of Italy, contributing to its authentic atmosphere.

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