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Breadcrumbs 2016

★ 4.912 votes109 min📅 2016-08-14

In *Breadcrumbs* (2016), Uruguayan director Manane Rodríguez crafts a poignant drama that follows Liliana's emotional journey as she returns home after years away.

Director: Manane Rodríguez

Cast

Cecilia Roth
Cecilia Roth
Liliana Pereira
Patxi Bisquert
Patxi Bisquert
Justina Bustos
Justina Bustos
Liliana joven
Ignacio Cawen
Ignacio Cawen
Ernesto Chao
Ernesto Chao
Stefanía Crocce
Andrea Davidovics
Andrea Davidovics
Ulises Di Roma
Quique Fernández
Nuria Fló
Nuria Fló

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Breadcrumbs (2016) about?

After years away, Liliana returns to Uruguay and faces a life-altering dilemma. She must decide whether to support imprisoned women who were raped during the dictatorship or reconcile with her estranged son and embrace a quieter life. The film explores themes of forgiveness, legacy, and the cost of standing up for what's right.

Who directed Breadcrumbs?

Manane Rodríguez directs *Breadcrumbs*, bringing a sensitive touch to this emotionally charged drama about justice and family ties.

Who stars in Breadcrumbs?

The film features Cecilia Roth in a powerhouse role, alongside Patxi Bisquert, Justina Bustos, Ignacio Cawen, and Ernesto Chao, each delivering compelling performances.

Is Breadcrumbs (2016) worth watching?

While *Breadcrumbs* isn't rated on IMDb, its compelling themes of moral conflict and family drama make it a standout in the Uruguayan film landscape. Fans of character-driven stories with social depth will find much to appreciate in Rodríguez's thoughtful direction.

How long is Breadcrumbs?

Breadcrumbs runs for 109 minutes, offering a tightly woven narrative that balances emotional depth with steady pacing.

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About Breadcrumbs (2016) — A Uruguayan Drama of Justice and Family

In *Breadcrumbs* (2016), Uruguayan director Manane Rodríguez crafts a poignant drama that follows Liliana's emotional journey as she returns home after years away. Torn between two irreconcilable paths, Liliana must confront her past—choosing between fighting for justice for imprisoned women who suffered unspeakable crimes during the dictatorship, or embracing the quiet comfort of family life with her son and grandchild. Rodríguez weaves a story of moral weight and personal reckoning, where every decision feels like a thread pulling at the fabric of Liliana's identity.

The film's atmosphere is one of quiet intensity, balancing the raw urgency of social justice with intimate family conflict. Starring Cecilia Roth in a standout role, the cast delivers performances that anchor the narrative in deep emotional resonance. As Liliana grapples with her role as both advocate and mother, *Breadcrumbs* becomes a meditation on duty, sacrifice, and the fragile boundaries between personal peace and collective responsibility.