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The Dependent

1969 · 87 min Drama
7.0 / 10 · TMDB

Fernandez is a lonely man leading a lonely life. All he does is work for an old man in a hardware store. But all that changes, when he meets the girl of his dreams... and her family.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title El dependiente
Year 1969
Country Argentina
Genre Drama
Director Leonardo Favio
Runtime 87 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.0/10 (13 votes)

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Paul Morrissey's film is a subtle, ironic dissection of loneliness and the naive yearning for belonging. The camera lingers on the minutiae of routine, creating a stark contrast with the escalating demands of the protagonist's new social circle.

What lingers after the final frame is a poignant reflection on the quiet sacrifices made in the desperate hope of connection, and the high cost of leaving one's shell. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Leonardo Favio

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