Dos hermanos murieron
Dos hermanos murieron

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Dos hermanos murieron

1980
Movie
92 min
Spanish

Brothers on a farm fight over a woman, so one emigrates to Texas, to a town where the KKK is terrorizing la raza.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Manuel EstebaGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

Two brothers, one a petty thief and the other a respectable worker, find their lives intertwining with crime and danger. Their differing paths lead them into a world of betrayal and violence, testing the bonds of brotherhood. The narrative explores themes of loyalty, desperation, and the consequences of choices made under duress.

Critical Reception

This Spanish crime drama received moderate attention upon its release, appreciated for its gritty portrayal of brotherhood tested by crime. While not a major critical success, it found an audience among fans of European crime thrillers of the era. Its straightforward narrative and performances were generally seen as competent, though it didn't break new ground in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Competent direction and a compelling premise.

  • Solid performances from the lead actors, particularly in portraying the complex brotherly relationship.

  • A gritty and realistic depiction of crime's impact on family.

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Fun Fact

The film was part of a wave of Spanish crime dramas in the late 1970s and early 1980s that often explored social issues and the criminal underworld with a realist approach.

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