Prayers for the Stolen

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s r @ScottR Sep 12, 2022 A well made drama that shows the influence of cartels and police in a small Mexican village based around a young girl coming of age and her single mother. I felt that this followed the trend of modern "objectivity" films and it really tries not to cast judgement. Alternatively, I was more fascinated by the cartel and their interactions with the police and how those affected the village. Awareness of the tragedy and criminality of those situations would have more of a societal impact and could affect change. Instead, we were exposed to tragic situations without information leaving me feeling frustrated with the limited scope. It was on Netflix. See more isla s @RT89656869 Sep 1, 2022 This is quite a moving film (as in poignant) which gives a good insight into the life of a female adolescent (Ana) suddenly in a war setting while living with her mum at home. It makes for some sobering viewing - we're given a good idea of some circumstances which Ana is shielded from and for reasonable reasons. Its hard not to feel sorry for her. I thought Marya Membreno gave a great performance as the protagonist - her vulnerability really showing well. This film doesn't shy away from things, although its not gartuitously violent, it suggests unpleasant practices, such as I assume FGM, so its not a film to be watched with an entirely sensitive or youngish audience I suppose. I thought it was a well made film, there's enough balance between thoughtful dialogue, character development and plot development. I would recommend this film, yes - it has a chilling feel to it at points and, as I say, not in a tacky way - I can't imagine not being compassionate towards Anas situation, hoping for the best for her. See more May 24, 2022 What a sad reality that young girls have to cut their hair, to make them look like little boys, so that they would not be stolen by sex traffickers - and that does not always work... What a way to have all youth's dreams and hopes crush.. See more Read all reviews

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