El Norte movie poster

El Norte

October 11, 1983 2h 21m 7.1/10 (77 votes)

Originally released in 1983. El Norte is a adventure/drama film. directed by Gregory Nava. With a runtime of 2h 21m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Zaide Silvia Gutiérrez, David Villalpando, and Ernesto Gómez Cruz

Synopsis

Brother and sister Enrique and Rosa flee persecution at home in Guatemala and journey north, through Mexico and on to the United States, with the dream of starting a new life.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 11, 1983 42 years ago
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Runtime 2h 21m 141 minutes total
User Rating 7.1/10 Great (77 votes)
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Budget $800K Production budget
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Language Spanish Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
ES
Budget
$800,000

Production Companies

  • Independent Productions
  • American Playhouse

Frequently Asked Questions

What is El Norte about?

Brother and sister Enrique and Rosa flee persecution at home in Guatemala and journey north, through Mexico and on to the United States, with the dream of starting a new life.

Who directed El Norte?

El Norte was directed by Gregory Nava.

How long is El Norte?

El Norte has a runtime of 2 hours and 21 minutes (141 minutes total).

When was El Norte released?

El Norte was released on October 11, 1983 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in El Norte?

The main cast of El Norte includes Zaide Silvia Gutiérrez, David Villalpando, Ernesto Gómez Cruz, Lupe Ontiveros, Trinidad Silva.