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El desierto y las olas

January 1, 2003 0h 54m

Originally released in 2003. El desierto y las olas is a feature film. directed by José A. Zorrilla. At just 54 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

A documentary dedicated to the poor (“Blessed are the poor fortheirs is the Kingdom of Heaven”) which studies poverty from an originalangle; the narrow doorway through which the wretched try to enter intothe paradise of the first world. The desert: Arizona. The waves: the Straitsof Gibraltar. The movement of emigrants who are not deterred by eitherthirst or wind. Even though many perish in the attempt. The contradictionis that the country of the desert is also the country of the Statue ofLiberty and a social contract of refuge. The country of the waves dedicateseach year to Santiago (St. James), patron saint of pilgrims.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 2003 23 years ago
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Runtime 0h 54m 54 minutes total
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Language Spanish Original language

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
ES

Frequently Asked Questions

What is El desierto y las olas about?

A documentary dedicated to the poor (“Blessed are the poor fortheirs is the Kingdom of Heaven”) which studies poverty from an originalangle; the narrow doorway through which the wretched try to...

Who directed El desierto y las olas?

El desierto y las olas was directed by José A. Zorrilla.

How long is El desierto y las olas?

El desierto y las olas has a runtime of 0 hours and 54 minutes (54 minutes total).

When was El desierto y las olas released?

El desierto y las olas was released on January 1, 2003 in theaters.