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La Raulito
The film tells the story of a real life fan of Boca Juniors football club, Mary Esher Duffau, who as a teenage girl adopted the identity of a man in order to survive on the streets of Buenos Aires. The film shows the teenage Raulito wandering between a reformatory for juvenile offenders, prison and psychiatric hospital. Raulito manages to escape, and finds work at Constitución railway station in Barrio Constitución. Raulito meets up with another street child and they become close friends. They both eventually manage to escape to Mar del Plata.
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Plot Summary
The film tells the story of an orphaned teenage girl named Raulito who navigates the harsh realities of Buenos Aires' underbelly. She is expelled from an orphanage and must find ways to survive on the streets, facing poverty, exploitation, and the constant struggle for dignity. Her journey is marked by her resilience and her search for a place to belong in a society that marginalizes her.
Critical Reception
La Raulito was a significant film in Argentine cinema, praised for its gritty realism and powerful social commentary. It offered a raw and unflinching look at the lives of marginalized youth in the 1970s, resonating with audiences for its emotional impact and strong performances, particularly from Marilina Ross. The film's unflinching portrayal of social issues sparked important discussions at the time.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its stark portrayal of street life and social inequality.
Marilina Ross's performance as Raulito is considered a tour de force.
The film is noted for its emotional depth and authentic depiction of urban struggle.
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Awards & Accolades
The film won awards at the Huelva Latin American Film Festival and the Gijón International Film Festival. Marilina Ross received significant recognition for her role.
Fun Fact
The character of Raulito was inspired by a real-life young woman whose story Murúa encountered.
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