Movie

The Guardian of Memory

20191h 33m

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Good to know

Director: Marcela Arteaga
Release date: 2019-04-28
Runtime: 1h 33m
Language: Spanish
Status: Released
Country: Mexico
Studio: EFICINE 189

About The Guardian of Memory

The Guardian of Memory is a 2019 movie in the Documentary genre, directed by Marcela Arteaga, starring Carlos Spector, Rosa María Vázquez Hernández and María de Jesús Espinoza. It has a runtime of 1 hour 33 minutes. Below you can see where to watch The Guardian of Memory in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

According to the International Institute for Strategic Studies, Mexico became one of the deadliest conflict zones in the world in 2017, second only to Syria. In 2008, the Mexican government sent the army to Chihuahua on the Mexico-Texas border to fight drug traffickers. What seemed like an attempt to control the cartels turned into state-sponsored disappearances and the murder of journalists, human rights activists and civilians. The survivors and those threatened by the conflict pushed at the unwelcoming border of the United States, hoping for asylum. With stunning visual poetry, director Marcela Arteaga weaves together a record of their memories told over the backdrop of the once-vibrant landscape of the Juarez Valley. She also highlights the extraordinary work of Carlos Spector, an immigration lawyer born in El Paso, Texas, who fights to obtain political asylum for those Mexicans fleeing violence.

Cast

Carlos Spector

Rosa María Vázquez Hernández

María de Jesús Espinoza

Ana María González de Porras

José Alfredo Olguín

Martín Huéramo

Héctor Porras

Jorge Reyes

Efraín Chávez

Romina Olguín Barrón

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Guardian of Memory in Canada?+

The Guardian of Memory is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Guardian of Memory on Netflix?+

The Guardian of Memory is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is The Guardian of Memory?+

The Guardian of Memory has a runtime of 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).

Who stars in The Guardian of Memory?+

The Guardian of Memory stars Carlos Spector, Rosa María Vázquez Hernández, María de Jesús Espinoza, Ana María González de Porras and José Alfredo Olguín.

When did The Guardian of Memory come out?+

The Guardian of Memory is a 2019 movie directed by Marcela Arteaga.

What genre is The Guardian of Memory?+

The Guardian of Memory is Documentary film.

Who directed The Guardian of Memory?+

The Guardian of Memory was directed by Marcela Arteaga.