The Bridge of San Luis Rey (2004)

The Bridge of San Luis Rey
DirectorMary McGuckian
Genredrama film, film based on a novel
Runtime120 min
CountryFrance, Spain, United Kingdom
Budget$24 million
Box office$1.8 million

Plot

Near Lima, Peru, at noon on Friday, 20 July 1714, a bridge woven by the Incas a century earlier collapses while five people are crossing it: Doña María, the Marquess of Montemayor; Pepita, her lady in attendance; Esteban, a scribe; Uncle Pío; and a young child.

The collapse is witnessed by Brother Juniper, a Franciscan friar, who was on his way to cross it. Curious about why God would allow such a tragedy, he decides to take a scientific approach to the question. He sets out to interview those who knew the five victims.

During the subsequent six years, Brother Juniper has managed to compile a huge book questioning if we live our lives according to a plan or if there is no such thing as a bigger scheme.

Cast

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