Marianela
Synopsis
Marianela is an orphan young girl living in a small village where she guides the blind young son of a rich country man. She is secretly in love with him, knowing that he loves her only because he can't see her ugly face. But one day a famous doctor appears and promises to operate him so he can see. His father is happy to know this way he will be able to marry his rich cousin. Nela gets desperate knowing his luck will turn into her disgrace when he finally sees her face.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Benito Perojo
- Screenplay & Story
- Benito Pérez Galdós
- Original Title
- Marianela
- Country of Origin
- Spain
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Benito Perojo
Benito Pérez Galdós
Theodore J. Pahle
Antonio Cánovas
Department Leadership Roster
Benito Perojo
Director
Antonio Cánovas
Editor
Theodore J. Pahle
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Marianela
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What is Marianela about?
Marianela is an orphan young girl living in a small village where she guides the blind young son of a rich country man. She is secretly in love with him, knowing that he loves her only because he can't see her ugly face. But one day a famous doctor appears and promises to operate him so he can see. His father is happy to know this way he will be able to marry his rich cousin. Nela gets desperate knowing his luck will turn into her disgrace when he finally sees her face.
Who directed Marianela?
Marianela was directed by Benito Perojo.
Who stars in Marianela?
The principal cast of Marianela includes Mary Carrillo, Julio Peña, Rafael Calvo, Jesús Tordesillas, Carlos Muñoz Arosa.
When was Marianela released and how long is it?
Marianela was released in 1940 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Is Marianela based on a book or true story?
Marianela is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Benito Pérez Galdós".