As Guatemala transitions out of a time under military rule, the film focuses on the luxurious residence of aging, retired, and involved General “Enrique” (Julio Diaz). He’s been found guilty and then acquitted of being at the center of widespread abuse, murder, and corruption, but those around him are set on preventing him from facing justice or public accountability. His downfall would bring them down as well. The legal proceedings he faces have drawn considerable attention, and his frequent trips to court—always with a portable oxygen tank for effect—have resulted in angry gatherings outside his home, which requires police protection. However, a more subtle danger begins to surface, one that goes beyond the protests of the crowd. This aspect is somewhat underwhelming, but as the pressure builds, we observe his family confronting the truth about a husband and father who was clearly not gentle. The growing understanding of his doctor daughter “Natalia” (Sabrina De La Hoz) illustrates this well, while his wife “Carmen” (Margarita Kenéfic), whose eye condition may be as much psychological as physical, seems to accept things more quietly. Through these two characters primarily, we discover details about the government’s actions against the Mayan people, particularly its women and children, and despite the slow pace, this remains a significant portrayal that only indirectly references the actual administration of Efraín Montt, whose short time in office resulted in genocide. The mythological element involving the “Sleeping Woman” isn't emphasized enough, so while we do witness a powerful story about military overreach and the legal system’s shortcomings, I felt like something was missing; it’s really only his loyal housekeeper “Valeriana” (Maria Telón, who is remarkable) who hints at a more spiritual form of retribution. It has its worthwhile parts, but feels caught between being a political drama and a documentary and didn't deliver the superstitious feeling I anticipated.

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