Oficio de tinieblas (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1981, Oficio de tinieblas is a drama film directed by Archibaldo Burns, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. "Occupation of Darkness" - Set in 1934, and meant to dramatize social injustices, this melodrama examines an official's attempt at land reform. The landowners are against any reform and are also not interested in ending the exploitation of their workers. On the opposite side of the fence, the Native Americans have almost no way to better their living conditions or to fight oppression. They are also plagued by "superstition," which leads to some misguided actions that only make things worse. Violence and sexual encounters are interspersed throughout the story.
Who’s in it. Oficio de tinieblas stars Enrique Lizalde as Leonardo, Julissa as Julia, Manuel Ojeda as Fernando and Lilia Prado as Mercedes, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Oficio de tinieblas has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Oficio de tinieblas page.
If you liked it. Fans of Oficio de tinieblas tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Oficio de tinieblas (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Oficio de tinieblas change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Oficio de tinieblas worth watching?
- Oficio de tinieblas holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Oficio de tinieblas?
- Oficio de tinieblas stars Enrique Lizalde, Julissa, Manuel Ojeda, Lilia Prado and Mónica Miguel.
- When was Oficio de tinieblas released?
- Oficio de tinieblas was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.