
We the Poor
Directed by Ismael Rodríguez
Produced by Producciones Rodriguez Hermanos
A neorealist tragedy about an innocent working man destroyed by false accusation and systemic injustice in poverty-stricken Mexico City.
Carpenter Pepe El Toro lives peacefully with his daughter Chachita in an impoverished Mexico City neighborhood. He pursues a romance with the pretty Celia, but tragedy comes knocking on his door when he is falsely accused of having perpetrated a felony.
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Is We the Poor sad? Yes, very. More sad than 96% of films.
Is We the Poor scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 72% of films.
Does We the Poor end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 70% of films.
Is We the Poor violent? Somewhat. More violent than 59% of films.
Is We the Poor easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like We the Poor
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as We the Poor
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like We the Poor, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like We the Poor, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like We the Poor, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































