Reyes’ provocative essay film re-imagines the Mexico/U.S. border as a mythical place comparable to Dante’s purgatory. Leaving politics aside, he takes a fresh look at the brutal beauty of the border and the people caught in its spell. By capturing a stunning mosaic of compelling characters and broken landscapes that live on the US/Mexico border, the filmmaker reflects on the flaws of human nature and the powerful absurdities of the modern world. An unusual border film, in the auteur tradition of camera-stylo, Purgatorio ultimately becomes a fable of humanity, an epic and visceral experience with powerful and lingering images. |
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Ratings: | IMDB: 6.7/10 | |
Released: | April 1, 2013 | |
Runtime: | 80 min | |
Genres: | Documentary | |
Companies: | Cinema Tropical La Maroma | |
Crew: | Rodrigo Reyes Hugo Perez | |
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