Overview
The film tells the true story of Elisa Sánchez Loriga and Marcela Gracia Ibeas, two women in 1901 Spain who fell deeply in love. To overcome societal and legal barriers to their relationship, Elisa assumes a male identity, enabling the pair to marry in secret. Their daring act makes them the first recorded same-sex couple to marry in Spain, but their love is tested as they face relentless persecution and sacrifice.
Director and cast
- Natalia de Molina as Elisa (mujer) y Mario (hombre)
- Greta Fernández as Marcela
- Sara Casasnovas as Ana
- Tamar Novas as Andrés
- María Pujalte as Madre Marcela
- Francesc Orella as Padre Marcela
- Manolo Solo as Alcaide (as Manuel Solo)
- Kelly Lua as Flor
- Manuel Lourenzo as Párroco Victor Cortiella
- Jorge Suquet as Médico de Dumbría
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