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Occupation of Darkness

1981 · 105 min Drama
4.3 / 10 · TMDB

Set in 1934, and meant to dramatize social injustices, this melodrama examines an official's attempt at land reform. The landowners are against any reform and are also not interested in ending the exploitation of their workers. On the opposite side of the fence, the Native Americans have almost no way to better their living conditions or to fight oppression. They are also plagued by "superstition," which leads to some misguided actions that only make things worse. Violence and sexual encounters are interspersed throughout the story.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title Oficio de tinieblas
Year 1981
Country Mexico
Genre Drama
Director Archibaldo Burns
Runtime 105 min.
Rating TMDB: 4.3/10 (6 votes)

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Occupation of Darkness is an acquired taste at 4.3/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A classic from 1981. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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