What is Year of Enlightment?
Year of Enlightment is a film first released in 1986. Catalogued under Drama, War.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1986
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 105 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 5, 1986
- Studios
- Iberoamericana Films Producción
- Genres
- Drama, War
- Updated
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Overview
Year of Enlightment is a film first released in 1986. Catalogued under Drama, War. Produced and broadcast by Iberoamericana Films Producción. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“Two brothers navigate childhood in a wartime TB sanatorium on the Portuguese border.”
- Atmospheric wartime setting
- Strong period performances
- Explores youth amid conflict
- Pacing can be slow
- Limited character focus
Watch it if you appreciate nuanced dramas set against the backdrop of World War II.
The film contains mature themes of war and illness, suitable for adult audiences.
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When does the story take place?
It is set in April 1940.
Who are the central young characters?
Manolo, a sixteen‑year‑old, and Jesus, an eight‑year‑old, are the main youths.
Where is most of the action located?
In a tuberculosis sanatorium on the border with Portugal.
What are Emilio and Rafaela's roles?
Emilio serves as the handyman and his wife Rafaela works as the cook.
Who runs the sanatorium?
Irene, a falangist, oversees the sanatorium.
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