Roots (1954)

Four independent stories based on writer Francisco Rojas Gonzáles's work, depicting the reality of Mexican indian people: Las Vacas (The Cow), Nuestra Señora (Our Lady), El Tuerto (One-Eyed) and La Potranca (The Filly). In El Tuerto, a one eyed boy is relentlessly bullied by his mates. His religious mother asks God to make the boy's eyes equal. The outcome is tragic.

Genres: Drama

Stars: Beatriz Flores, Juan de la Cruz, Juan Cano, Rafael Ramírez, Conchita Montes

Release Date: 1954-09-01

Country: Mexico

Ratings: 7 / 10 (19 votes)

Runtime: 103 mins