...And the Earth Did Not Swallow Him (1995) follows the journey of Marcos, a young boy from Texas who is part of a migrant farmworker family. His older brother is missing in action during the Korean War, adding a layer of emotional complexity to their lives. The family travels to Minnesota in search of better opportunities, following the harvests. Their living conditions are often deplorable, with inadequate housing and sometimes no water provided by the employers. Tuberculosis goes untreated, and the pay is meager, with adults earning $15 a day and children half that amount. During a difficult period, Marcos is left in the care of a dishonest couple, leading to his expulsion from school after he retaliates against a bully. He finds comfort in a graveyard, where he reflects on his experiences. Meanwhile, his parents yearn for their missing son, and the community gathers around a local troubadour for songs that span a range of emotions, from romance to heartbreak. Through it all, Marcos observes and remembers, capturing the essence of his family's struggles and the resilience of their spirit.
...And the Earth Did Not Swallow Him (1995)
1995 · Movie · 99 min. · United States
Credits
Direction Severo Perez
Cast Jose Alcala · Rose Portillo · Art Bonilla · Marco Rodríguez · Lupe Ontiveros · Daniel Valdez · Evelyn Guerrero · Sam Vlahos · Sal López · Miguel Rodriguez
Soundtrack Marcos Loya
Screenplay Severo Perez · Tomás Rivera
Cinematography Virgil L. Harper
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Title ...And the Earth Did Not Swallow Him
Original title ...And the Earth Did Not Swallow Him
Year 1995
Type Movie
Length 99 min.
Country United States
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