From a historical point of view, this film, based on a novel by General Franco, is a valuable document which expresses his ideology.
The sailor Pedro Churruca dies during the Cuban War and his four children take different routes in life: José joins the army, Isabel marries a soldier, Jaime becomes a monk and Pedro becomes a liberal politician. The Civil War puts their ideas to the test.
Technical specifications
Screenplay
Jose Luis Sáenz de Heredia
Actors
Alfredo Mayo, Ana Mariscal, José Nieto, Blanca de Silos, Rosina Mendía
Photography
Heinrich Gartner
Music
Manuel Parada
Format
Black and white
Duration
113 minutes