Cautivas
Synopsis
Currently, 24 countries prohibit the termination of pregnancy under any circumstances. El Salvador has one of the most restrictive abortion laws in the world. There, women accused of having an abortion can be sentenced to up to 40 years in prison for aggravated homicide. Cautivas tells the story of Cristina Quintanilla, who was sentenced to 30 years in prison for having an abortion. She was released from prison after four and a half years when her case was reviewed, with her life already ruined and a criminal record that will haunt her for the rest of her life.
Top Cast
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Bilbao (premier)
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Itxaso Díaz
- Screenplay & Story
- Itxaso Díaz
- Original Score
- Nerea Alberdi
- Original Title
- Cautivas
- Country of Origin
- Spain
- Release Date
- 17/04/2024
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- Unknown
- Production Studios
- Munduboat
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Itxaso Díaz
Itxaso Díaz
Nerea Alberdi
Guillermo Lopez Castillo
Itxaso Díaz
Itxaso Díaz, Sandra Moreno
Department Leadership Roster
Itxaso Díaz
Director
Itxaso Díaz
Screenplay
Itxaso Díaz
Editor
Itxaso Díaz
Producer
Guillermo Lopez Castillo
Director of Photography
Sandra Moreno
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Cautivas.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cautivas
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Cautivas about?
Currently, 24 countries prohibit the termination of pregnancy under any circumstances. El Salvador has one of the most restrictive abortion laws in the world. There, women accused of having an abortion can be sentenced to up to 40 years in prison for aggravated homicide. Cautivas tells the story of Cristina Quintanilla, who was sentenced to 30 years in prison for having an abortion. She was released from prison after four and a half years when her case was reviewed, with her life already ruined and a criminal record that will haunt her for the rest of her life.
Who directed Cautivas?
Cautivas was directed by Itxaso Díaz.
Who stars in Cautivas?
The principal cast of Cautivas includes Cristina Quintanilla, Carmen Quintanilla, Daniel Quintanilla.
When was Cautivas released and how long is it?
Cautivas was released in 2024 with a total runtime of Unknown.
Who composed the musical score for Cautivas?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Cautivas was composed by Nerea Alberdi.