Movie Description

El santo oficio

(1974)

Overview

A plague is spreading through 16th century Mexico, and the Inquisition of the Roman Catholic Church is rooting out Jews, for they are believed to be its cause. At his father's funeral, a monk observes his family practicing Jewish burial rite, and he reports them, leading to devastating consequences for the whole family.

Cast

Facts

Original TitleEl santo oficio

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1974-06-06

Original LanguageUnknown

Runtime 02h 07m

Production CompaniesCinematográfica Marco Polo S.A.,Estudios Churubusco Azteca

Genres

  • Drama
  • History