Movie

Why Was I Born a Woman?

★ 8.1(17)19702h 0m

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Good to know

Director: Rogelio A. González
Release date: 1970-08-20
Runtime: 2h 0m
Language: Spanish
Status: Released
Country: Mexico
Studio: Productora de Películas Sanen

About Why Was I Born a Woman?

Why Was I Born a Woman? is a 1970 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Rogelio A. González, starring Sara García, Andrés Soler and Prudencia Grifell. It has a runtime of 2 hours 0 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.1/10 from 17 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Why Was I Born a Woman? in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Cast

Sara García

Doña Rosario

Andrés Soler

Don Teodoro

Prudencia Grifell

Doña Rosa

José Gálvez

Pedro

Ofelia Guilmáin

Carmela

Ana Martín

Santa

Pilar Pellicer

Josefa

Gilberto Román

Francisco

Alma Muriel

Luisa

Michel Strauss

Armando

Víctor Junco

Tío Gastón

Magda Guzmán

Tía Ernestina

Themes & keywords

mother's dayfamily problemsobedience to authority

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Why Was I Born a Woman? in Canada?+

Why Was I Born a Woman? is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Why Was I Born a Woman? on Netflix?+

Why Was I Born a Woman? is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Why Was I Born a Woman??+

Why Was I Born a Woman? has a runtime of 2 hours 0 minutes (120 minutes).

Who stars in Why Was I Born a Woman??+

Why Was I Born a Woman? stars Sara García, Andrés Soler, Prudencia Grifell, José Gálvez and Ofelia Guilmáin.

When did Why Was I Born a Woman? come out?+

Why Was I Born a Woman? is a 1970 movie directed by Rogelio A. González.

What genre is Why Was I Born a Woman??+

Why Was I Born a Woman? is Drama film.

Who directed Why Was I Born a Woman??+

Why Was I Born a Woman? was directed by Rogelio A. González.