The Violin (2005)

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In an unnamed Latin American country that closely resembles Mexico, the government fights a rural insurgency with torture, assault, rape, and murder. Soldiers descend on a town, cutting off the rebels from their cache of ammunition hidden in a field. A family of grandfather, son, and grandson are among the rebels in the hills. The grandfather, with his violin over his shoulder, tries to pass the checkpoint, ostensibly to tend his corn crop. The commanding officer lets him pass but insists on a daily music lesson.

Cast & Crew

Director
Francisco Vargas
  • Profile picture of Gerardo Taracena
    Genaro Gerardo Taracena
  • Profile picture of Dagoberto Gama
    Capitán Dagoberto Gama
  • Profile picture of Fermín Martínez
    Teniente Fermín Martínez
  • Profile picture of Silverio Palacios
    Comandante Cayetano Silverio Palacios
  • Profile picture of Justo Martínez
    Hacendado Justo Martínez
  • Profile picture of Octavio Castro
    Zacarías Octavio Castro
  • Profile picture of Carlos Gallardo
    Soldado Colaborador Carlos Gallardo
  • Profile picture of Ángeles Cruz
    Jefa Guerrillera 1 Ángeles Cruz

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