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Modesta (1956)

Movie ★ 5.8 35 min

Drama

The DivEdCo’s most important attempt to depict women’s rights in the context of modernization processes in Puerto Rico. Modesta leads a group of women in Barrio Sonadora, Guaynabo, in a strike against their husbands to demand their rights in a domestic context.

Luis A. Maisonet Writer René Marqués Writer Benjamín Doniger Writer Benjamín Doniger Director

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Quick facts

Released
August 28, 1956
Runtime
35 min
IMDb
tt0178760
Language
Studio
Film Unit of the Division of Community Education, Puerto Rico, Divedco

Cast

Antonia Hidalgo Modesta Juan Ortiz Jiménez Juan Ortiz Jiménez the husband Barrio Sonadora Community

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Frequently asked questions

What is Modesta about?
The DivEdCo’s most important attempt to depict women’s rights in the context of modernization processes in Puerto Rico. Modesta leads a group of women in Barrio Sonadora, Guaynabo, in a strike against their husbands to demand their rights in a domestic context.
Who directed Modesta?
Modesta was directed by Benjamín Doniger.
Who stars in Modesta?
Modesta stars Antonia Hidalgo, Juan Ortiz Jiménez, Barrio Sonadora Community.
When was Modesta released?
Modesta is a 1956 drama film.
Where can I watch Modesta?
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