Modesta(1956)
Modesta Synopsis
The DivEdCo’s most important attempt to depict women’s rights in the context of modernization processes in Puerto Rico. Modesta leads a group of women in Barrio Sonadora, Guaynabo, in a strike against their husbands to demand their rights in a domestic context.
Modesta (1956) is a drama film directed by Benjamín Doniger, released on August 28, 1956 with a runtime of 35m. It stars Antonia Hidalgo, Juan Ortiz Jiménez and Barrio Sonadora Community. Viewers rate it 5.7 out of 10 across 7 ratings.
- Director:
- Benjamín Doniger
- Writers:
- Domingo Silás Ortiz, René Marqués, Luis A. Maisonet
- Producers:
- Otoniel Vila
- Cinematographer:
- Luis A. Maisonet
- Production:
- Film Unit of the Division of Community Education, Puerto Rico, Divedco
- Status:
- Released
Modesta Cast & Crew
Main cast
- Antonia Hidalgo
Antonia Hidalgo
as Modesta
Juan Ortiz Jiménez
as the husband
- Barrio Sonadora Community
Barrio Sonadora Community
Key crew
Directed by Benjamín Doniger, written by Domingo Silás Ortiz, René Marqués and Luis A. Maisonet, produced by Otoniel Vila.
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Modesta Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.7/10 from 7 ratings.
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Modesta – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Modesta online?
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Who stars in Modesta?
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The main cast of Modesta (1956) includes Antonia Hidalgo, Juan Ortiz Jiménez and Barrio Sonadora Community. The film was directed by Benjamín Doniger. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Modesta released?
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Modesta was released on August 28, 1956 and runs for 35m.
Is Modesta worth watching?
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Modesta (1956) holds an average rating of 5.7 out of 10 from 7 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.