Cadena Perpetua (Life Sentence - In For Life) (1979) follows the story of Alfaro Javier Lira, also known by his alias "Tarzan," who dominates the prostitution scene in Mexico City. His tranquil existence is disrupted when a prostitute's death leads to his imprisonment on the Marias Islands. During his incarceration, he injures a warden, Pantoja, during an intoxicated altercation. Upon his return to the city, Tarzan settles down, gets married, and secures a job at an insurance company. However, his past catches up with him when a policeman who is aware of his criminal history begins to extort him. This gripping narrative showcases Arturo Ripstein's mastery as a Mexican filmmaker, highlighting his unique contribution to cinema.
Cadena Perpetua (Life Sentence - In For Life) (1979)
1979 · Movie · 94 min. · Mexico
Credits
Direction Arturo Ripstein
Cast Pedro Armendáriz Jr. · Narciso Busquets · Ernesto Gómez Cruz · Angélica Chain · Ana Ofelia Murguía · Roberto Cobo · Rodrigo Puebla · Yolanda Rigel · Salvador Garcini
Soundtrack Miguel Pous
Screenplay Arturo Ripstein · Vicente Leñero · Luis Spota
Cinematography Jorge Stahl Jr.
Technical sheet
Title Cadena Perpetua (Life Sentence - In For Life)
Original title Cadena perpetua
Year 1979
Type Movie
Length 94 min.
Country Mexico
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