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El fascista, la beata y su hija desvirgada
Juan, before the economic problems arising as a result of the arrival of democracy in Spain, decides to go to Venezuela, with Jaime, his brother, who has made his fortune in that country. Juan hopes that Jaime will make him a loan, hoping that also Gloria, his daughte,r marries Isidro Gomez de Ansúrez, a boy from a wealthy family.
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Plot Summary
The film centers on a family dynamic where a domineering father, identified as a fascist, clashes with his religious wife and their daughter. The narrative explores themes of sexual awakening and rebellion within a repressive environment.
Critical Reception
This film is known for its controversial themes and exploitative nature, reflecting a particular niche within Spanish cinema of the late 1970s. Critical reception was generally focused on its sensationalist aspects rather than artistic merit.
What Reviewers Say
Exploitative and sensationalist.
Focuses on taboo subjects within a harsh social context.
Characterized by its provocative and controversial subject matter.
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Fun Fact
The film belongs to the genre often referred to as 'landismo' in Spain, a type of low-brow comedy or drama popular in the 1970s, characterized by sexual innuendo and often crude humor, though this particular film leans more towards drama with provocative themes.
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