The Picture of María

This film (drama)Also known asMaría Candelaria，is aMexicoProducerwomen sex，At1944Released in year 。The dialogue language isSpanish，Current Douban rating7.0(For reference only)。

The indigenous Indians, who have lived off the land for generations, reside in the picturesque village of Xochimilco by the lake. María Candelaria passionately falls in love with Lorenzo Rafael. This couple spends the most beautiful and unforgettable moments of their lives by the lake, under the willows, and in their thatched cottage, forgetting the world around them and yearning for a happy future. However... This immortal work in the history of Mexican cinema, which won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival, reflects the life of indigenous people with smooth techniques and poetic language, rich in the atmosphere of life and vivid pictorial style, paving the way for the golden age of Mexican cinema. The cinematography by Mexican master of photography Figueroa features a notable style characterized by slow and rigorous pacing, highlighting the emotions of characters and the authenticity of natural scenery. In this film, he showcases his superb skills, making every shot as beautiful as a painting. The actress Dolores del Río received the Best Actress Award at the first Ariel Awards (1946), organized by the newly established Mexican Academy of Cinematic Arts, for her extraordinary performances in this film and "The Abandoned Woman."