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Prayers for the Stolen

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Three young girls on the path to adolescence examine life in a town at war.
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Critics Consensus

As absorbing as it is harrowing, Prayers for the Stolen observes life under the shadow of systemic violence with startling clarity.

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Guy Lodge Film of the Week 05/31/2022
A coming-of-age story of unique urgency and scope, in which day-to-day survival is presented to them as a gift, though it hardly cancels out the girls’ burgeoning hormonal unrest. Go to Full Review
Wendy Ide Observer (UK) 04/10/2022
5/5
Huezo taps into the intense vibration between young female friends who treasure each other above all else. Go to Full Review
Marina Ashioti Little White Lies 04/10/2022
4/5
A powerful distillation of beauty from violence. Go to Full Review
William Stottor Loud and Clear Reviews 07/18/2024
4.5/5
Adolescence arrives amidst the backdrop of drug violence and human trafficking in Prayers for the Stolen, a disturbing and gritty drama. Go to Full Review
Jason Flatt But Why Tho? A Geek Community 01/16/2023
7.5/10
Prayers for the Stolen is just as much about growing up among the poppy fields and cartel kidnappings as it is about the simple joys of three best friends. Go to Full Review
Erick Estrada Cinegarage 07/12/2022
... Builds the resistance of these young women on their friendship, filial and human bonds. [Full review in Spanish] Go to Full Review
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Jason R 03/31/2023 An important, but not great, film https://uberscaryblog.blogspot.com/2023/03/hes-not-from-here-he-wouldnt-understand.html See more Crocodilo Russo de Combate 02/02/2023 Nice photography, beautiful scenery, sad story because it is something real. Simple and impactful plot. See more s r @ScottR 09/12/2022 A well made drama that shows the influence of cartels and police in a small Mexican village based around a young girl coming of age and her single mother. I felt that this followed the trend of modern "objectivity" films and it really tries not to cast judgement. Alternatively, I was more fascinated by the cartel and their interactions with the police and how those affected the village. Awareness of the tragedy and criminality of those situations would have more of a societal impact and could affect change. Instead, we were exposed to tragic situations without information leaving me feeling frustrated with the limited scope. It was on Netflix. See more isla s 09/01/2022 This is quite a moving film (as in poignant) which gives a good insight into the life of a female adolescent (Ana) suddenly in a war setting while living with her mum at home. It makes for some sobering viewing - we're given a good idea of some circumstances which Ana is shielded from and for reasonable reasons. Its hard not to feel sorry for her. I thought Marya Membreno gave a great performance as the protagonist - her vulnerability really showing well. This film doesn't shy away from things, although its not gartuitously violent, it suggests unpleasant practices, such as I assume FGM, so its not a film to be watched with an entirely sensitive or youngish audience I suppose. I thought it was a well made film, there's enough balance between thoughtful dialogue, character development and plot development. I would recommend this film, yes - it has a chilling feel to it at points and, as I say, not in a tacky way - I can't imagine not being compassionate towards Anas situation, hoping for the best for her. See more 05/24/2022 What a sad reality that young girls have to cut their hair, to make them look like little boys, so that they would not be stolen by sex traffickers - and that does not always work... What a way to have all youth's dreams and hopes crush.. See more Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis Three young girls on the path to adolescence examine life in a town at war.
Director
Tatiana Huezo
Producer
Nicolás Celis, Jim Stark
Screenwriter
Tatiana Huezo
Production Co
Jaque Content, Bord Cadre Films, Pimienta Films, Louverture Films, Desvia Produções, Cactus Film & Video, Match Factory Productions
Rating
R (Some Language)
Genre
Drama
Original Language
Spanish
Runtime
1h 50m
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