La presidenta municipal
María, an indigenous Mexican woman from a small village, finds herself accidentally elected as municipal president due to a ballot typo. Her guileless yet heartfelt approach to governance collides head-on with the cynical world of local politics. Between her traditional colorful dresses and the leather office chair unfolds a comedy of errors and unexpected revelations. Armed with folk wisdom and stubborn honesty, she attempts to clean up a town hall where corruption is the norm, her straightforwardness provoking both laughter and bewilderment among seasoned officials.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1975 |
| Country | Mexico |
| Genre | Drama, Comedy |
| Director | Fernando Cortés |
| Runtime | 95 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.2/10 (14 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film expertly walks the line between social satire and warm human comedy, where genuine simplicity becomes the ultimate weapon against a corrupt system.
What lingers after the final scene is not just the humor, but a poignant reflection on integrity confronting entrenched power. A story that charms while it critiques. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Fernando Cortés
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Sunlit dust in government offices, the vibrant fabric of tradition against drab municipal walls.
🎭 Cast
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María Nicolasa Cruz
Adalberto Martínez
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Fernando Soto
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Joaquín García Vargas
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Raúl Meraz
Don Mario Nicanor Cruz
José Chávez
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Polo Ortín
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