El inocente y las pecadoras
El inocente y las pecadoras

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El inocente y las pecadoras

1990
Movie
94 min
Spanish

An altar boy goes to the city and finds himself in raunchy situations.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Juan José PortilloGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A young, naive priest is sent to a remote parish where he becomes entangled in the complex and sinful lives of its inhabitants. As he tries to guide them, he finds his own faith and resolve tested by the worldly desires and dark secrets he uncovers. The film explores themes of temptation, corruption, and the struggle between spiritual purity and human fallibility.

Critical Reception

Critically, 'El inocente y las pecadoras' received a mixed to positive reception, with some critics praising its atmospheric tension and performances, while others found its narrative somewhat predictable. It gained a cult following for its unflinching portrayal of moral ambiguity within a religious setting.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its brooding atmosphere and the central performance.

  • Some found the plot to be overly melodramatic.

  • Commentary on the struggles of faith in a corrupt world.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in a remote village in Mexico, which contributed to its authentic and often stark visual style.

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