Jorge travels from the outskirts of Lima to the goldmines in the Andes mountains of Peru, driven by the promise of wealth and facing numerous dangers.
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Jorge travels from the outskirts of Lima to the goldmines in the Andes mountains of Peru, driven by the promise of wealth and facing numerous dangers.
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Jorge travels through the Andes mountains of Peru, leaving the outskirts of Lima for the goldmines. His quest for wealth is filled with danger and signs that challenge his understanding of reality. "Mother Lode," directed by Matteo Tortone, presents the conflict between ambition and sacrifice, focusing on the exploitation within the gold mining industry. The film features actors José Luis Nazario Campos and Maximiliana Campos Guzman. It premiered at the Venice Film Festival in 2021.
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- See José Luis Nazario Campos in a leading role.
- Find out why it scored 100% on Rotten Tomatoes.
- Meet the unique blend of docufiction storytelling.
Did You Know
- Mother Lode premiered at the 78th Venice Film Festival in 2021.
- The film has a 100% positive rating from 5 critics on Rotten Tomatoes.
- The film's duration is 86 minutes.
- It is a French-Italian-Swiss production.
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Who directed the film Mother Lode?
Mother Lode was co-written and directed by Matteo Tortone.
What is the runtime of the film Mother Lode?
The runtime of Mother Lode is 86 minutes.
What was the reception of Mother Lode on Rotten Tomatoes?
On Rotten Tomatoes, 100% of 5 critics' reviews are positive, with an average rating of 8.00/10.
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