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Release Year1961
Runtime1h 21m
LanguageSpanish
CertificationNR
GenresCrime
Votes2
DirectorJosep Maria Forn
WritersJoaquina Algars
TypeFeature Film
Rating7.5 out of 10
Cast4 credited
Also Known As¿Pena de muerte?
About ¿Pena de muerte?
Pedro is accused of the murder of Eduardo . The evidence against him is overwhelming. A famous lawyer has to give up his defense because he is seriously ill. But his son Pablo, who is a writer, decides to investigate
Directed by Josep Maria Forn, ¿Pena de muerte? leans on a strong ensemble — Fernando León, María del Sol Arce, Jacques Dumesnil — 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 crime titles of 1961.
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