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Directed by Antonio Serrano, Morelos leans on a strong ensemble — Dagoberto Gama, Raúl Méndez, Juan Ignacio Aranda — 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 screen titles of 2012.
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