Barriers of Solitude
Synopsis
Based on a best-selling book in Mexico written by Luis Gonzales, Barriers of Solitude looks at the effects of major historical events on the village of San Jose de Gracias. He interviews the residents, recording their collective reactions to new rulers, revolution, and civil war. The surprising results are presented in this program, indicating that occurrences that might seem to have far-reaching influences do not have a significant effect on rural populations. When Maximillian was installed as the new emperor of Mexico in 1857, the people of San Jose de Gracias recall that the highlight of the year was a breathtaking display of aurora borealis.
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1995
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Patricio Guzmán
- Screenplay & Story
- Patricio Guzmán
- Original Title
- Barriers of Solitude
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 52m
- Production Studios
- Filmakers Library
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Patricio Guzmán
Patricio Guzmán
Department Leadership Roster
Patricio Guzmán
Director
Patricio Guzmán
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Barriers of Solitude
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What is Barriers of Solitude about?
Based on a best-selling book in Mexico written by Luis Gonzales, Barriers of Solitude looks at the effects of major historical events on the village of San Jose de Gracias. He interviews the residents, recording their collective reactions to new rulers, revolution, and civil war. The surprising results are presented in this program, indicating that occurrences that might seem to have far-reaching influences do not have a significant effect on rural populations. When Maximillian was installed as the new emperor of Mexico in 1857, the people of San Jose de Gracias recall that the highlight of the year was a breathtaking display of aurora borealis.
Who directed Barriers of Solitude?
Barriers of Solitude was directed by Patricio Guzmán.
Who stars in Barriers of Solitude?
The principal cast of Barriers of Solitude includes Not specified.
When was Barriers of Solitude released and how long is it?
Barriers of Solitude was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 52m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Barriers of Solitude?
Barriers of Solitude holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).