Felipe Canasto
A mysterious basket, a secret and three women that would protect it with their lives
2011 · 1h 34m · N/A
Mystery, Thriller
Directed by
Darío Cardona Herreros
Overview
1875. After the War of the Triple Alliance, Paraguay is shed of its male population. In a town without clear borders, three women will find a reason for love, thanks to a mysterious basket that they will guard with their lives. Thus was born the legend of Felipe, a being that would brought upon vengeance and death to all that saw him.
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