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Frequently asked questions about this film.
Who were the Mirabal sisters?
Patria, Minerva, and María Teresa Mirabal were sisters who formed an underground resistance movement against Rafael Trujillo in the Dominican Republic.
What happened to the Mirabal sisters on November 25, 1960?
On November 25, 1960, Rafael Trujillo had all three sisters assassinated.
What is the significance of the Mirabal sisters in Dominican history?
The Mirabal sisters became national heroines and symbols of feminist resistance after their assassinations.