Battle in Heaven

Battle in Heaven

2005 · 96 min · ES · 5.9 (178 votes)
Dir. Carlos Reygadas · Starring Marcos Hernández, Anapola Mushkadiz, Bertha Ruiz, David Bornstein, Rosalinda Ramírez, Estela Martínez Tremari · Music John Tavener
Drama

Set in Mexico City, Carlos Reygadas's sexually explicit drama centers on a man in turmoil over his past actions. Chauffer Marcos feels compelled to reveal a dark secret to his boss's daughter, Ana, a wealthy woman who works as a prostitute just for the thrill of it. Marcos confesses that he and his wife committed a crime that ended in horrible tragedy. Haunted by his past, Marcos searches for redemption.

VIBE

This is a challenging, deeply felt film that explores the darkest corners of human desire and guilt. It's confrontational, visually striking, and demands your full attention. Prepare for an intense, almost spiritual, examination of sin and the possibility of redemption.

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