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El apando (1976)
Release Year: 1976
Nation: N/A
Alternative Title: Celda de castigo, The Heist
Director: Felipe Cazals
Writer: José Agustín, José Revueltas
Production & Genre
Producer(s): N/A
Companies: N/A
Genre: Drama, Prison Film
Story
El apando (1976) follows the lives of inmates in a notorious Mexican prison known as 'El Apando'. The film focuses on two main characters: Manuel, an honest man sentenced for a crime he didn't commit, and El Chueco, a hardened criminal. Throughout their incarceration, they face harsh conditions, corruption, and violence perpetrated by both guards and fellow inmates. Manuel struggles to maintain his dignity and innocence while navigating the treacherous prison environment, while El Chueco grapples with his own demons and attempts to protect Manuel from the worst excesses of prison life.
Summary
El apando is a Mexican drama film directed by Felipe Cazals, released in 1976. The movie provides an unflinching look at the grim realities of life inside 'El Apando', one of Mexico's most notorious prisons during the 1970s. It is considered a classic of Mexican cinema for its raw and realistic portrayal of prison life, exploring themes such as corruption, power dynamics, and the struggle for dignity in an oppressive system.
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