Donkeys


1h 30m 2011

Brief Synopsis

Ten-year-old Lautaro is a boy who lives in a small town in the Terra Caliente region in southern Mexico. It is the 1940s and a period when violence has erupted in the wake of the campaign for land reform in Mexico. When Lautaro's father is killed, his mother sends Lautaro miles away to live with his

Film Details

Also Known As
Burros
Genre
Drama
Foreign
Period
Release Date
2011

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 30m

Synopsis

Ten-year-old Lautaro is a boy who lives in a small town in the Terra Caliente region in southern Mexico. It is the 1940s and a period when violence has erupted in the wake of the campaign for land reform in Mexico. When Lautaro's father is killed, his mother sends Lautaro miles away to live with his Aunt Emma to keep him out of harm's way. There, Lautaro spends his time reading books and spying on his relatives. But he longs to be reunited with his family. One day, he runs away, hoping to find his way back home. Here, we follow Lautaro on his journey, through his memories, his fantasies, and the mountains of Mexico.

Film Details

Also Known As
Burros
Genre
Drama
Foreign
Period
Release Date
2011

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 30m

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