El Baño del Papa, is a Uruguayan film, that deals with two smugglers from Melo, Uruguay (Beto and his friend "Negro") who decide to build a bathroom in Beto's backyard, so he can charge Brazilian attendees of the Pope's visit to the town. He gets funds from smuggling and from his wife.
The movie shows Uruguay's strong connection to Catholicism. This history comes from the Spanish conquest of the region. The Guarani people were forced to obey the religious demands of the Spaniards. Consequently, it is the reason why Catholicism is the dominant religion.
The theme of poverty in the film, is something foreign to me. I have never had the misfortune of being impoverished. The theme of Catholicism in the film, is a familiar aspect that has been present in my life. My family adheres to Catholicism so I can relate.
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