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They also sing of pain
The movie starts with Braulio Peláez (Pedro Infante), a schoolteacher, having just fallen off his horse, representing the situation he and his family are in. The next scenes introduce the viewer to his family and their poor financial and social situation. As Braulio stumbles around looking for his glasses, he causes a famous film star, Alfonso de Madrazo (Rafael Alcaide) to crash his car. Braulio offers him to eat at his house as an apology. Braulio's sister and mother, big film fans, immediately recognise Alfonso and attempt to get him to bring the girl, Luisa Peláez (Irma Dolores) to Mexico City to become a film star. Alfonso agrees and tells them to come to the capital.
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Plot Summary
This short documentary explores the lives and hardships of coal miners and their families, highlighting the dangers and difficulties inherent in their work. It offers a stark look at the realities of mining communities and the resilience of the people who live and work within them. The film focuses on the human element behind the extraction of coal.
Critical Reception
As a short documentary from 1950 with limited distribution, specific critical reception is difficult to ascertain. However, films of this nature often served to highlight social issues and working conditions, typically receiving attention from audiences and organizations interested in labor and social welfare.
What Reviewers Say
Highlights the difficult and dangerous conditions faced by coal miners.
Offers a glimpse into the lives of mining families and their resilience.
Serves as a historical document of a specific working-class community.
Google audience: Due to its age and nature, there is no readily available Google user review data for this film.
Fun Fact
The exact director and production company for 'They Also Sing of Pain' are not widely documented, making it a somewhat obscure piece in film history.
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