Yerma (1999)

Synopsis: Yerma (Aitana Sanchez-Gijon) is the lonely housewife of a Spanish farmer. She longs to have a child, but believes she is unable to conceive. Upon learning from an elderly psychic woman (Irene... Yerma (Aitana Sanchez-Gijon) is the lonely housewife of a Spanish farmer. She longs to have a child, but believes she is unable to conceive. Upon learning from an elderly psychic woman (Irene Papas) that the problem may have more to do with her husband, Yerma rebels against her lonely life and her place in society by seeking out a handsome young man to seduce. Having turned to directing from acting, Pilar Tavora brings this Federico Garcia Lorca book to the screen with a strong, feminist vision. A powerful melodrama, the film also contains excellent flamenco dancing sequences. Shot entirely in Andalucia. [More]

Starring: Aitana Sanchez-Gijon, Irene Papas, Juan Diego

Starring: Aitana Sanchez-Gijon, Irene Papas, Juan Diego

Director: Pilar Tavora

Director: Pilar Tavora

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