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Finding Altamira
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Finding Altamira

2016 · 97 min Drama History
5.8 / 10 · TMDB

The story of nine-year old Maria and her father Marcelino who, in 1879, found the first pre-historic cave paintings at the now world famous Altamira cave.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Hugh Hudson

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.

🎭 Cast

Antonio Banderas

Antonio Banderas

Marcelino

Golshifteh Farahani

Golshifteh Farahani

Conchita

Rupert Everett

Rupert Everett

Monseñor

Pierre Niney

Pierre Niney

Paul Ratier

Henry Goodman

Henry Goodman

De los Ríos

Tristán Ulloa

Tristán Ulloa

Abbé Breuil

Irene Escolar

Irene Escolar

María

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Allegra Allen

María Sautuola

Clément Sibony

Clément Sibony

Cartailhac

Javivi

Javivi

Harlé

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