Triste alborada (1976)

Overview

Short documentary by Odile Herrenschmidt and Guillermo Díaz Palafox addressing the struggle for abortion rights in Mexico. Combining testimony and political reflection, the film examines the legal, social, and moral debates surrounding reproductive autonomy. It was produced within the framework of Colectivo Cine Mujer, one of the most significant feminist film initiatives in Latin America, which used cinema as a tool for activism, consciousness-raising, and the defense of women’s rights.

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