Orphans

Orphans (2014)

06/06/2014
Drama, History
2h 35m

Overview

Orphans is the true story of a forbidden love affair set in the oppressive and violent atmosphere of nineteenth century Mexico. One man, Melchor Ocampo, driven by the twin passions of love and idealism, defies the stain of illegitimacy to shake off the crippling yoke of Spain and the Catholic Church. In so doing he becomes a founding figure of modern day Mexico.

  • Guita SchyfterDirector, Screenplay
  • Hugo HiriartScreenplay
  • Fausto Zerón-MedinaScreenplay
  • Original Title

    Huérfanos

  • Status

    Released

  • Original Language

    Spanish

Keywords

  • woman director

Top Billed Cast

Rafael Sánchez Navarro

Rafael Sánchez Navarro

Melchor Ocampo

Dolores Heredia

Dolores Heredia

Ana Maria Escobar

José Luis Cruz

José Luis Cruz

Clemente Munguía

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