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🎬 Movie

Elisa & Marcela

2019 · 118 min Drama Romance
⭐ 7.3 / 10 · TMDB

The film tells the true story of Elisa Sánchez Loriga and Marcela Gracia Ibeas, two women in 1901 Spain who fell deeply in love. To overcome societal and legal barriers to their relationship, Elisa assumes a male identity, enabling the pair to marry in secret. Their daring act makes them the first recorded same-sex couple to marry in Spain, but their love is tested as they face relentless persecution and sacrifice.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title Elisa y Marcela
Year 2019
Country Spain
Genre Drama, Romance
Director Isabel Coixet
Runtime 118 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.3/10 (402 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film lives at the rhythm of everyday life — and that's its strength. No cinema about 'big events,' just about how people live, make mistakes, and understand themselves.

Worth watching for the performances and the sincerity. If you're waiting for events — there aren't many. If you're waiting for feeling — it's there.

For those looking for film about people, not events. If you need action — look elsewhere.

Director: Isabel Coixet

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: When you're in the mood for a conversation about life. With a partner or friend you can trust.

🎭 Cast

Natalia de Molina

Natalia de Molina

Elisa (mujer) y Mario (hombre)

Greta Fernández

Greta Fernández

Marcela

Sara Casasnovas

Sara Casasnovas

Ana

Tamar Novas

Tamar Novas

Andrés

María Pujalte

María Pujalte

Madre Marcela

Francesc Orella

Francesc Orella

Padre Marcela

Manolo Solo

Manolo Solo

Alcaide (as Manuel Solo)

Kelly Lua

Kelly Lua

Flor

Manuel Lourenzo

Manuel Lourenzo

Párroco Victor Cortiella

Jorge Suquet

Jorge Suquet

Médico de Dumbría

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