Overview

Anita is the story of a young woman with Down syndrome who lives a happy, routine life in Buenos Aires, being meticulously cared for by her mother Dora. One tragic morning in 1994, everything changes when Anita is left alone, confused and helpless after the nearby Argentine Israelite Mutual Association is bombed (the deadliest bombing in Argentina's history). As Anita wanders through the city, she learns not only to care for herself, but touches the lives of those around her, from an alcoholic to a family of Asian immigrants.

Cast

Alejandra Manzo, Peto Menahem, Luis Luque, Leonor Manso, Norma Aleandro, Mercedes Scápola, Huang Hui Shion, Mei Lan Chen

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What is "Anita" about?

Anita is the story of a young woman with Down syndrome who lives a happy, routine life in Buenos Aires, being meticulously cared for by her mother Dora. One tragic morning in 1994, everything changes when Anita is left alone, confused and helpless after the nearby Argentine Israelite Mutual Association is bombed (the deadliest bombing in Argentina's history). As Anita wanders through the city, she learns not only to care for herself, but touches the lives of those around her, from an alcoholic to a family of Asian immigrants.

When was "Anita" released?

Anita was released in 2009.

Who stars in "Anita"?

The cast includes Alejandra Manzo, Peto Menahem, Luis Luque, Leonor Manso.

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