Janitzio

Janitzio (1935)

September 27th, 19351h 2min

Drama
58%

Overview

First all Mexican sound film. Story is based on the ancient customs and legends of the fisherfolk as they come into conflict with the exploitation of agents sent by "big business" from the cities.


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