In the Time of the Butterflies [DVD]

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In the Time of the Butterflies is a 2001 historical drama directed by Mariano Barroso and based on Julia Alvarez’s acclaimed novel. The film tells the true story of the Mirabal sisters, Dominican revolutionaries who risked everything to resist the brutal Trujillo dictatorship. After government forces kill family members, the three sisters transform from ordinary women into fearless activists determined to challenge the regime’s grip on power. Edward James Olmos delivers a commanding performance as the ruthless dictator Trujillo, while the ensemble cast brings depth to this gripping account of courage and sacrifice during one of Latin America’s darkest periods.

This single-disc DVD release runs 95 minutes and carries a PG-13 rating from Showtime Networks. The film explores themes of political resistance, family loyalty, and the personal cost of standing up to tyranny. Grab this used copy and own a powerful piece of cinema history at a fraction of retail.