
Dance of the Forty One
Directed by David Pablos
Produced by Canana, El Estudio
A melancholic historical drama about a 1901 police raid on a gay gathering in Mexico City that exposes the collision between desire, power, and social prejudice in Porfirian Mexico.
Mexico City, November 1901. The police raid a private home where a secret party is being held. Among those attending is the son-in-law of President Porfirio Díaz.
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Is Dance of the Forty One sad? Yes, very. More sad than 96% of films.
Is Dance of the Forty One scary? Yes. More frightening than 82% of films.
Does Dance of the Forty One end with hope? Barely. Less hopeful than 80% of films.
Is Dance of the Forty One violent? Somewhat. More violent than 68% of films.
Is Dance of the Forty One easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.
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