Lessons on the Improper Use of Objects

Lessons on the Improper Use of Objects

2022•23m

Drama

Three objects are used in a manner in which they weren't supposed to be. Something unprecedented happens: armed with a voice and conscience, these objects will reflect on the absurd arguments that support domestic violence.

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Production

Instituto Mexicano de Cinematografía, Compañía para el Fomento Cinematográfico - FOCINE, 1987 Films, Jonás y la Ballena Cinema, Disruptiva Sound

Language

ES

Status

Released

Release Date

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Cast

Diana Sedano

Diana Sedano

She

Pablo Mendoza

He

Tara Parra

Tara Parra

Book

Ruth Ramos

Ruth Ramos

Mop

Diana Lein

Diana Lein

Collar

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