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Y si ella volviera (Guantanamera)
Sonia, a school teacher, is excited about her new post in the Cuban beach town of Caibarien since her childhood friend Guillermo lives there. However she finds Guillermo a tormented soul and evil lurks in town.
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Plot Summary
A washed-up actress, tormented by her past and a troubled relationship with her mother, takes on a new identity as a secretary for a charismatic but controlling lawyer. As she becomes entangled in his life and a mysterious death, she finds herself in increasing danger, questioning reality and her own sanity.
Critical Reception
Betrayal of Faith, also known as 'The Careless Years', received mixed to negative reviews upon its release. Critics often cited a convoluted plot and melodrama as significant weaknesses, though Joan Crawford's performance occasionally garnered attention.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for Joan Crawford's committed, albeit melodramatic, performance.
Criticized for a predictable and overly sentimental storyline.
The film-noir elements were often overshadowed by the dramatic melodrama.
Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable through traditional aggregated platforms, making specific sentiment difficult to ascertain. However, general word-of-mouth suggests it's often viewed as a lesser entry in Crawford's filmography, appealing primarily to her dedicated fans.
Fun Fact
The film was originally titled 'The Careless Years' and was intended as a vehicle for a different actress before Joan Crawford took on the lead role.
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