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Paulina

Released Jan 21, 1998 1h 28m Drama List
Tomatometer 2 Reviews Popcornmeter Fewer than 50 Ratings
Through both interviews and dramatic reenactments, this documentary chronicles the life of Paulina Cruz Suárez, a woman who works as a maid in Mexico City. As a child living in a small town, Paulina suffered through many emotionally scarring events. Her mother lies, telling all the locals that Paulina was sexually abused, and then trades her to a wealthy man who actually does molest her. Her relatives, siding with her mother, then try to discredit Paulina's side of the story.

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Maria Garcia Film Journal International The film has enough powerful moments to sustain it. Feb 12, 2002 Full Review Steve Rhodes Internet Reviews Confusingly composed, the movie jumps about jarringly as it tells its story. Rated: 1/4 Feb 12, 2002 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Through both interviews and dramatic reenactments, this documentary chronicles the life of Paulina Cruz Suárez, a woman who works as a maid in Mexico City. As a child living in a small town, Paulina suffered through many emotionally scarring events. Her mother lies, telling all the locals that Paulina was sexually abused, and then trades her to a wealthy man who actually does molest her. Her relatives, siding with her mother, then try to discredit Paulina's side of the story.
Director
Vicky Funari
Producer
Vicky Funari
Screenwriter
Paulina Cruz Suárez, Vicky Funari
Genre
Drama
Original Language
Spanish
Release Date (Theaters)
Jan 21, 1998, Original
Runtime
1h 28m