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The Doctor's Indifference

from Broken Embraces

Written by Pedro Almodóvar

Broken Embraces

Lena is forced to confront her wealthy employer about her father's terminal illness before rushing to the hospital to find her parents abandoned by the medical system. She discovers that the head surgeon has heartlessly discharged her dying father simply because he is going on summer vacation.

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ERNESTO: I will dictate a letter for the Minister of Industry…

[Magdalena opens her writing pad, ready to write, looking serious. Her pen drops to the floor.]

ERNESTO: Are you alright?

MAGDALENA: Yes, thank you.

ERNESTO: Why don’t you tell me what’s wrong? I’m sure I could help you.

MAGDALENA: My fa

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CharactersErnesto, Magdalena, Mother
Duration00:03:00
Age Range30s & 60s
GenderFemale
GenreDrama
PeriodContemporary
Formatgroup
SourceBroken Embraces
ToneDesperate, indignant, helpless
AccentSpanish
Suitable Forself tape, general practice, agent showcase
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