La trinchera infinita (2019)
Release Year: 2019
Alternative Title: Viimeinen juoksuhauta, Une vie secrète, Der endlose Graben, Wieczny okop, Вечный окоп, The Endless Trench
Director: Aitor Arregi, Jon Garaño, Jose Mari Goenaga
Writer: Jose Mari Goenaga, Luiso Berdejo
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Genre: Drama, Historical Film, History
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Story
In 1936 Andalusia, Spain, tailor and town councilor Higinio hides in his own house after the outbreak of the Spanish Civil War. He's caught by his vengeful neighbor Gonzalo but escapes during transport to prison. Higinio remains hidden in his house for decades, with his wife Rosa supporting him. Their lives become increasingly strained due to isolation, fear, and guilt. In 1963, their son Jaime, raised believing his parents died when he was a baby, brings home a friend wanted by Franco's police. Around the same time, Gonzalo continues his quest for revenge against Higinio. In 1969, news on the radio changes Higinio's life.
Summary
La trinchera infinita (The Infinite Truce) is a historical drama directed by Aitor Arregi, Jon Garaño, and Jose Mari Goenaga in 2019. Set against the backdrop of the Spanish Civil War and Franco's dictatorship, the film follows Higinio, who hides in his house for decades due to fear of reprisals. The story explores themes of guilt, shame, isolation, and resilience as Higinio's family struggles to maintain normalcy amidst extraordinary circumstances.
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