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The Sisters of Rocinante
June 1 2019 (over 5 years ago)Rating
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- Director: Alexandra Kaufmann
- Genre: Documentary
- Runtime: 1 h 16 m
- Countries: Germany, Switzerland
- Companies: Evolution Films, ZDF, Cinédokké, RSI
The outbreak of the economic crisis in Spain led thousands of horses (a symbol of prestige in the years of plenty for nouveau-riches) to be abandoned by their owners. On the southeastern coast of Spain, a 45-year-old British woman, aided by her volunteer helpers, has set up a rescue farm; a modern-day Noah’s Arc that offers refuge and healing to undernourished and tortured horses (and other animals). A humble yet noble tale of perseverance and endurance and a parable for our times, which applies to people as well: once our shine comes off, society deems us redundant.