This exquisite film takes us on a powerful and moving journey into the life of ZULMA, daughter of a poor family in a closed community where loyalty, guilt, and fear keep age old draconian rules alive and well. Zulma is forced into an arranged marriage. Accepting family traditions and under increasing pressures by the community, Zulma gives in, quits school and begins a married woman's life with a person who does not want her. The extremity of her situation emerges gradually, leading to a shocking revelation that forces her into full rebellion. She must do whatever it takes to save herself and those she loves. The movie is expertly directed, performed and shot with the stunning beauty of the Argentinian/Brazilian tierras remotas as a constant contrast to the disturbing elements of human brutality. This story of great courage will stay with you on and on.
