La noche de don Manuel

La noche de don Manuel

La noche de don Manuel

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La noche de don Manuel

1963

0h 40m

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Drama

Overview

A generational conflict is reflected in the old-fashioned ideas of the landowner, who imposes himself as a dominant figure in the political activity of the rural communities of Puerto Rico.

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7 featured cast members

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José de San Antón

José de San Antón

Braulio Castillo

Braulio Castillo

Raúl Dávila

Raúl Dávila

Norma Candal

Elín Ortiz

Elín Ortiz

Delia Esther Quiñones

Eva Alers

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Directed by: Amílcar Tirado
Written by: Pedro Juan Soto

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