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2018 · 135 min · R

Roma

Directed by Alfonso Cuarón · Drama

Roma (2018) is a Drama film, directed by Alfonso Cuarón set in Mexico City during the 1970s. It runs 135 minutes and is rated R.

Themes of grief & loss, class conflict, and family & loyalty run throughout.

Cinematography
Alfonso Cuarón
Cast
Yalitza AparicioMarina de TaviraDiego Cortina AutreyCarlos PeraltaMarco GrafDaniela DemesaNancy García GarcíaVerónica García

The world of this film

Setting

Where
Mexico City
Setting
UrbanCoastal SeaRural
When
1970s

Premise & themes

Themes
Grief & LossClass ConflictFamily & Loyalty
Tone
MelancholicContemplative

Shape

Protagonist
Solo LeadFemale Led
Pacing
Slow Burn
Dialogue
Balanced
Based on
Inspired By Real Events

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