Elisa & Marcela
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.
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Elisa & Marcela
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
May 24, 2019
Runtime
1h 58m
Genres
Drama, Romance
User Score
73%
Original Title
Elisa y Marcela
Production Companies
AGADIC, ICEC, Rodar y Rodar, TV3, Zenit Television, Zenit, Lanube Películas
Director
Isabel Coixet
Description
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.
Cast
Crew
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