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Movie poster: El día de los albañiles 3 (1987)
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El día de los albañiles 3

1987 Comedy
6.7 / 10 · TMDB

The masons in the reconstruction of Mexico after the earthquake. Alfonso Zayas works as a bricklayer in a building and his wife has a food stand in the same place. The foreman tries to rape Angelica Chaín (Beatriz), but when he does not succeed, he kills her and chases Pepito, her son, who was an eyewitness to the crime.

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Year 1987
Country Mexico
Genre Comedy
Director Gilberto Martínez Solares
Rating TMDB: 6.7/10 (54 votes)

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The film constructs its narrative on a stark contrast, setting a personal crime story against the backdrop of a national rebuilding effort. It relies on familiar archetypes of Mexican cinema, exploring themes of injustice with a layer of dark, situational comedy for relief.

Those who tire of polished narratives may find charm in this raw blend of social commentary, crime, and familial drama. What lingers after the credits is the resilient spirit of its characters amidst chaos. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Gilberto Martínez Solares

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Best viewed with a group appreciating unrefined, dramatic comedies and cultural specificity.

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