Why Was I Born a Woman?(1970)
A family gathers to celebrate Mother's Day, that day a woman discuss many problems about her woman condition; husband, children and grandchildren will hear she tired and overwhelmed silenced by submission and obedience. Analysis of the family and gender roles.
Movie: Why Was I Born a Woman?
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Doña Rosario
Don Teodoro
Doña Rosa
Carmela
Santa
Josefa
Pedro
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A family gathers to celebrate Mother's Day, that day a woman discuss many problems about her woman condition; husband, children and grandchildren will hear she tired and overwhelmed silenced by submission and obedience. Analysis of the family and gender roles.
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1970-08-20
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7.9
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