The Crime of Padre Amaro

Synopsis

Sent to Mexico to help take care of aging Father Benito, young Father Amaro faces a moral challenge when he meets a 16-year-old girl who he starts an affair with. Likewise, the girl's mother had been having an affair with Father Benito. Father Amaro must choose between a holy or sinful life.

Director

Carlos Carrera

Written by

Vicente Leñero

Music

Rosino Serrano

Studio

Instituto Mexicano de Cinematografía

Released

1 October 2002

Genres

Drama, Romance