The Venerable Ones (1962)

Ismael, an insecure and vulnerable man, is a member of a group of conspirators and is constantly humiliated, especially by the leader. He is in love with the only woman in the group, whom they also treat with contempt. When she begins to take a more active role in the group, Ismael decides to confront his insecurities. Written and directed by Manuel Antín, and based on his unpublished novel, the film explores human fragility in a society going through a time of uncertainty.