The Penitent (film)
The Penitent is a 1988 American-Mexican film and the directorial debut of Cliff Osmond.[1] It stars Raul Julia and Armand Assante.[2]
| The Penitent | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Cliff Osmond |
| Produced by | Michael Fitzgerald |
| Written by | Cliff Osmond |
| Starring | |
| Music by | Alex North |
| Cinematography | Robin Vigeon |
| Edited by | Peter Taylor |
| Distributed by | Cineworld Pictures |
Release date | May 27, 1988 |
Running time | 94 minutes |
| Country | United States Mexico |
| Language | English |
Plot
In a small, deeply religious Mexican town where annually the crucifixion of Jesus is literally reenacted, a love triangle with tragic results develops between a troubled young wife (Celia Guerola), her husband (Ramón Guerola) and his handsome best friend (Juan Mateo).
Cast
- Raul Julia as Ramon Guerola
- Armand Assante as Juan Mateo
- Rona Freed (Rona de Ricci) as Celia Guerola
- Julie Carmen as Corina
- Lucy Reina as Margarita
- Eduardo Lopez Rojas as Mayor
- Juana Molinero as Ramon's Mother
- Martin LaSalle as Miguel
- Tina Romero as Susana
- Demián Bichir as Roberto
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References
- Wilmington, Michael (27 May 1988). "Movie Reviews : 'The Penitent' Makes a Noble, Sensitive Attempt". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 29 August 2017.
- James, Caryn (27 May 1988). "Review/Film; Crucifixion And Gore In 'Penitent'". The New York Times. Retrieved 29 August 2017.
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