Herod's Law
"Why don't they want you to see it?"
Originally released in 1999. Herod's Law is a comedy/crime film. directed by Luis Estrada. With a runtime of 2h 3m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Damián Alcázar, Pedro Armendáriz Jr., and Isela Vega
Synopsis
In the 1940s, a small Mexican town has seen its last three mayors assassinated in rapid succession. A naive janitor is recruited to become the new mayor, and he believes he will modernize the little town and usher in a reign of peace. But the system corrupts him very quickly, and he takes to abusing his power while associating with an unscrupulous assortment of opportunists, hypocrites and criminals.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 9, 1999
26 years ago
Runtime
2h 3m
123 minutes total
User Rating
7.9/10
Great (196 votes)
Box Office
$52K
Worldwide gross
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Mexico
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
- Revenue
- $52,000
Production Companies
- Bandidos Films
- Instituto Mexicano de Cinematografía
- Alta Vista Film Production
- Fondo para la Producción Cinematográfica de Calidad
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herod's Law about?
In the 1940s, a small Mexican town has seen its last three mayors assassinated in rapid succession. A naive janitor is recruited to become the new mayor, and he believes he will modernize the littl...
Who directed Herod's Law?
Herod's Law was directed by Luis Estrada.
How long is Herod's Law?
Herod's Law has a runtime of 2 hours and 3 minutes (123 minutes total).
When was Herod's Law released?
Herod's Law was released on November 9, 1999 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Herod's Law?
The main cast of Herod's Law includes Damián Alcázar, Pedro Armendáriz Jr., Isela Vega, Salvador Sánchez, Juan Carlos Colombo.
Is Herod's Law worth watching?
Herod's Law has a user rating of 7.9/10 based on 196 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.