Blanca

Margarita has a tumor in the base of the brain that made her blind, although the doctors assure that with an operation the girl could recover her sight. Blanca, her mother, will do anything she can to gather the money for the operation even put in risk the security of her community.

Directed by Alejo Crisóstomo, Blanca leans on a strong ensemble — Miriam Arenas, Ana Cecia García, Yolanda Coronado — 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 2006.