La Mera Frontera
Synopsis
"La Mera Frontera" is a meditation on the border and memory which takes as its point of departure the last battle between the United States and Mexico. In 1918, neighbors from the border towns of Nogales, Arizona and Nogales, Sonora shot at each other for a day. Among the many citizens who lay dead was Maria Esquivel, who "returns" in the present to interview surviving witnesses, all now 80 to 90 years old. As a stymied historical detective Maria wrestles with the failure of Nogales' citizens' accounts to coalesce or recollect her and her absence in the local archives and films. Unable to uncover her past, Maria takes history into her own hands.
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 6, 1997
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Louis Hock
- Original Title
- La Mera Frontera
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Louis Hock
Department Leadership Roster
Louis Hock
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for La Mera Frontera.
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Frequently Asked Questions About La Mera Frontera
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is La Mera Frontera about?
"La Mera Frontera" is a meditation on the border and memory which takes as its point of departure the last battle between the United States and Mexico. In 1918, neighbors from the border towns of Nogales, Arizona and Nogales, Sonora shot at each other for a day. Among the many citizens who lay dead was Maria Esquivel, who "returns" in the present to interview surviving witnesses, all now 80 to 90 years old. As a stymied historical detective Maria wrestles with the failure of Nogales' citizens' accounts to coalesce or recollect her and her absence in the local archives and films. Unable to uncover her past, Maria takes history into her own hands.
Who directed La Mera Frontera?
La Mera Frontera was directed by Louis Hock.
Who stars in La Mera Frontera?
The principal cast of La Mera Frontera includes Not specified.
When was La Mera Frontera released and how long is it?
La Mera Frontera was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.