Occupation of Darkness (1981)

5.1/10 105 min Drama

Overview

Set in 1934, and meant to dramatize social injustices, this melodrama examines an official's attempt at land reform. The landowners are against any reform and are also not interested in ending the exploitation of their workers. On the opposite side of the fence, the Native Americans have almost no way to better their living conditions or to fight oppression. They are also plagued by "superstition," which leads to some misguided actions that only make things worse. Violence and sexual encounters are interspersed throughout the story.

Cast

Julissa

Julia

Manuel Ojeda

Fernando

Lilia Prado

Mercedes

Ana De Sade

Marcela

José Carlos Ruiz

Malena Doria

Tito Junco

Licenciado

Ignacio Retes

Don Alfonso

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