1952 | B/N | 85:00 Needing money after his father’s death, Manuel, an ambitious textile factory employee, decides to work for a gangster, “El Gitano.” With Manuel’s help, they rob the factory. When the police discover him, he flees. Later, Manuel is repentant, realizing that money can’t buy happiness Country: México Direction: Galindo; Alejandro Script: Galindo; Alejandro, Villatoro; Carlos Production: Noriega; Joseph, Posada; José Othon Photography: Jiménez; Agustín Sound: Fields; James L., Samperio; Galdino R. Music: Baena; Federico Cast:Aguilar; Amalia, Cañedo; Roberto, Parra; Víctor, Soto Rangel; Arturo, Grifell; Prudencia, Alzaga; Jorge, Márquez; Bruno, Reiguera; Francisco, Carrillo; Enrique, De La Parra; Javier, De la Vega; Manuel, Nava; José, Trejo Morales; Manuel Participation year at FICM: 2022
1952 | B/N | 85:00 Needing money after his father’s death, Manuel, an ambitious textile factory employee, decides to work for a gangster, “El Gitano.” With Manuel’s help, they rob the factory. When the police discover him, he flees. Later, Manuel is repentant, realizing that money can’t buy happiness Country: México Direction: Galindo; Alejandro Script: Galindo; Alejandro, Villatoro; Carlos Production: Noriega; Joseph, Posada; José Othon Photography: Jiménez; Agustín Sound: Fields; James L., Samperio; Galdino R. Music: Baena; Federico Cast:Aguilar; Amalia, Cañedo; Roberto, Parra; Víctor, Soto Rangel; Arturo, Grifell; Prudencia, Alzaga; Jorge, Márquez; Bruno, Reiguera; Francisco, Carrillo; Enrique, De La Parra; Javier, De la Vega; Manuel, Nava; José, Trejo Morales; Manuel Participation year at FICM: 2022
Wetbacks Rafael Améndola is one of many Mexican workers who, in pursuit of the so-called American Dream, cross the border to try their luck in the United States. Throughout his journey, Rafael faces numerous challenges resulting from his undocumented status and lives in a state of constant anxiety, unable to adapt to the new lifestyle and longing for Mexico. See More
Hay lugar para dos Gregorio, a bus driver and amateur baseball player, meets Kitty at a party and leaves his pregnant wife Cholita. When Cholita moves in with Constantino Reyes Regalito and his wife La Bicha, they start a taco stand together. Later, Kitty and Gregorio get into an accident that lands him in jail and leaves her disfigured. Once released, a remorseful Gregorio reconciles with Cholita, who has managed to survive and prosper. See More
Wetbacks Fleeing the law, Mexican worker Rafael Améndola crosses into the US with the help of Frank Mendoza, the partner of an American named Mr. Sterling, who gives work to illegal migrants. Once settled on the other side, Rafael struggles to adapt to his new life. See More
The Morelia International Film Festival Kicked Off Its 24th Edition with CAMPEÓN GABACHO by Jonás Cuarón 10 · 16 · 26 FICM Brings 17 Screenings to Pátzcuaro as FICM Presenta Takes Cinema to Michoacán and Across Mexico Year-Round 10 · 16 · 26 Enjoy All the Free Events That the 24th FICM Has in Store for You! 10 · 16 · 26 Night of the Dead Celebration Week: A Tradition Learned Through Our Hands 10 · 14 · 26
The Morelia International Film Festival Kicked Off Its 24th Edition with CAMPEÓN GABACHO by Jonás Cuarón 10 · 16 · 26
FICM Brings 17 Screenings to Pátzcuaro as FICM Presenta Takes Cinema to Michoacán and Across Mexico Year-Round 10 · 16 · 26
