Review of El Norte (1983) by Martin T — 02 Jul 2008
The two lead actors project such sweetness and innocence and sibling love that it is truly heartbreaking to watch their spirits gradually get crushed. This is a bitter and moving look at the empty promise of the "American dream.
" It's not especially subtle or sophisticated, and maybe somewhat manipulative, but it always touches me. The music is also wonderful (except perhaps for the over-reliance on Barber's "Adagio for Strings").
This review of El Norte (1983) was written by Martin T on 02 Jul 2008.
El Norte has generally received very positive reviews.
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