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Directed by Fernando Méndez, The Soft One leans on a strong ensemble — Víctor Parra, Aurora Segura, Dagoberto Rodríguez — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 1951.
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The legendary Roberto Duran and his equally legendary trainer Ray Arcel change each other's lives.
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