La teta asustada

Feb 13 2009 N/A 1h 35m
Drama, Music

Fausta is suffering from a rare disease called the Milk of Sorrow, which is transmitted through the breast milk of pregnant women who were abused or raped during or soon after pregnancy. While living in constant fear and confusion due to this disease, she must face the sudden death of her mother. She chooses to take drastic measures to not follow in her mother's footsteps.

Plot

Fausta is suffering from a rare disease called the Milk of Sorrow, which is transmitted through the breast milk of pregnant women who were abused or raped during or soon after pregnancy. While living in constant fear and confusion due to this disease, she must face the sudden death of her mother. She chooses to take drastic measures to not follow in her mother's footsteps.

Written by

Claudia Llosa

Directed by

Claudia Llosa

Production Countries

Spain, Peru

Production Companies

Paris Film

Languages

Español

Awards

Nominated for 1 Oscar. 16 wins & 6 nominations total

Scores
# of Votes
7,656
Average Rating
6.7 out of 10
Metascore
68
Popularity
NA