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La mugrosita

1982 · 88 min Drama Family
7.0 / 10 · TMDB

Orphaned boy Andrés and his best friend Maria live in one of the poorest parts of the city. Nevertheless, their hearts are full of love and happiness. Kind-hearted Sócrates has raised the boy as if he were his own son. When Andrés gets to know that Sócrates is about to become evicted, he assumes the identity of the landlord's long lost son. The plan backfires, because the landlord wants to take the boy away from Sócrates. The friendship of Andrés and Maria threatens to break apart. Written by Anonymous

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📋 Film Details

Year 1982
Country Mexico
Genre Drama, Family
Director Rubén Galindo
Runtime 88 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.0/10 (29 votes)

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The film constructs a delicate world of childhood friendship against a backdrop of social hardship, relying on the contrast between material poverty and the emotional richness of its young protagonists. It explores themes of found family, sacrifice, and the naive yet earnest logic children apply to adult-sized problems.

What lingers after the viewing is a poignant, bittersweet feeling—a testament to the film's ability to portray loyalty and innocence under pressure. The emotional resonance is simple but genuine. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Rubén Galindo

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