Summaries

The discovery of a perfect pearl forever changes the lives of a poor Mexican fisherman and his family.

Quino is a Mexican diver who discovers a pearl at the bottom of the sea. He and his wife Juana, and their son have just taken possession of a pearl that is worth thousands. Everyday people try to get in on the cash, even Pearl Dealers try to rip them off. When Quino is attacked one day, he kills his attackers in self defence. His brother suggests their only hope is to leave the village. But on their journey to give their son an education they never had, someone may just do anything to prevent it.—Wallace Entertainment

Details

Keywords
  • national film registry
  • based on novel
  • fisherman
  • poverty
  • pearl
Genres
  • Adventure
  • Drama
  • Romance
Release date Sep 11, 1947
Motion Picture Rating (MPA) Approved
Countries of origin United States Mexico
Language English Spanish
Filming locations Acapulco, Guerrero, Mexico
Production companies Film Asociados Mexico-Americanos Águila Films

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Tech specs

Runtime 1h 25m
Color Black and White
Aspect ratio 1.37 : 1

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