Marimbas from Hell
Originally released in 2010. Marimbas from Hell is a drama/documentary film. directed by Julio Hernández Cordón. At just 74 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Roberto González Arévalo, Víctor Hugo Monterroso, and Alfonso Tunché
Synopsis
Don Alfonso plays marimbas, the traditional Guatemalan instrument. Facing extortion and without work due to the population's lack of interest for his instrument, he seeks refuge with his godson Chiquilín. Blacko is a pioneer of the Heavy Metal Guatemalan underground stage. He is also a doctor in the public hospital but nobody wants to be treated by him because of his long hair and his tattoos. Chiquilín makes connections for Don Alfonso and Blacko to combine their talents and create a brand new band called Marimbas from Hell.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 29, 2010
15 years ago
Runtime
1h 14m
74 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (10 votes)
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Guatemala
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Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Production Companies
- Les Films du Requin
- Melindrosa Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marimbas from Hell about?
Don Alfonso plays marimbas, the traditional Guatemalan instrument. Facing extortion and without work due to the population's lack of interest for his instrument, he seeks refuge with his godson Chi...
Who directed Marimbas from Hell?
Marimbas from Hell was directed by Julio Hernández Cordón.
How long is Marimbas from Hell?
Marimbas from Hell has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).
When was Marimbas from Hell released?
Marimbas from Hell was released on April 29, 2010 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Marimbas from Hell?
The main cast of Marimbas from Hell includes Roberto González Arévalo, Víctor Hugo Monterroso, Alfonso Tunché.