The Cockfighter
"Evil landowner decides to appropriate a peasant's homestead and his wife."
Originally released in 1948. The Cockfighter is a drama film. directed by Emilio Gómez Muriel.
Starring Tito Guízar, Rita Macedo, and Ernesto Alonso
Synopsis
In Michoacan in the 1920s, Gabriel, a young farmer and champion cockfighter, finds himself in violent opposition to Roman, who not only wants to beat Gabriel's fighting cock, but to steal Gabriel's wife Rosa.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 27, 1948
77 years ago
Runtime
1h 40m
100 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (4 votes)
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Mexico
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Cockfighter about?
In Michoacan in the 1920s, Gabriel, a young farmer and champion cockfighter, finds himself in violent opposition to Roman, who not only wants to beat Gabriel's fighting cock, but to steal Gabriel's...
Who directed The Cockfighter?
The Cockfighter was directed by Emilio Gómez Muriel.
How long is The Cockfighter?
The Cockfighter has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was The Cockfighter released?
The Cockfighter was released on October 27, 1948 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Cockfighter?
The main cast of The Cockfighter includes Tito Guízar, Rita Macedo, Ernesto Alonso, Carlos López Moctezuma, Eduardo Arozamena.