Espinas
Synopsis
Magdalena is fifteen, but unlike many girls her age, her life is apathetic and somber, due to the abuse she receives from her father, a hopeless alcoholic, and her strange passion for Carlos, a neighborhood thug. A series of complex characters parade through Magdalena's life looking for themselves, such as Gabriel, the homosexual brother, and Huker, a violent judicial policeman who has an important secret. A portrait of the emotional depths of the strange and terrible Mexico City.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Julio César Estrada
- Screenplay & Story
- Guillermo Gonzalez
- Original Title
- Espinas
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Julio César Estrada
Guillermo Gonzalez
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Guillermo Gonzalez
Screenplay
Julio César Estrada
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What is Espinas about?
Magdalena is fifteen, but unlike many girls her age, her life is apathetic and somber, due to the abuse she receives from her father, a hopeless alcoholic, and her strange passion for Carlos, a neighborhood thug. A series of complex characters parade through Magdalena's life looking for themselves, such as Gabriel, the homosexual brother, and Huker, a violent judicial policeman who has an important secret. A portrait of the emotional depths of the strange and terrible Mexico City.
Who directed Espinas?
Espinas was directed by Julio César Estrada.
Who stars in Espinas?
The principal cast of Espinas includes Guillermo Gil, Esteban Soberones, Marianela Cataño, Carmen Salinas, Alejandro Tommasi.
When was Espinas released and how long is it?
Espinas was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.