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Sombra Dolorosa by Guy Maddin
CAN 2005, Panorama
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Guy Maddin
Sombra Dolorosa by Guy Maddin
CAN 2005, Panorama
Dolores wants to follow her deceased father Don Paramo to her death. Determined to prevent yet more disaster, Dolores mother challenges El Muerto, death himself, to a final wrestling match. While the widow faces her invincible opponent, Dolores jumps into the river to end it all. A courageous Samaritan manages to rescue the suicidal daughter and brings her to the wrestling arena just in time to witness a death-affirming curiosity. The sadness is never-ending!
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