The Pearl
"Steinbeck's most talked-about story!"
Originally released in 1947. The Pearl is a drama/adventure film. directed by Emilio Fernández. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Pedro Armendáriz, María Elena Marqués, and Fernando Wagner
Synopsis
Fisherman Quino and his wife Juana are very poor and desperate because the town's foreign doctor refuses to treat their son Coyotito, who has been bitten by a scorpion. When Quino unexpectedly finds a magnificent pearl in the sea, Juana senses that the discovery will only bring them misfortune and tries to convince her husband to return it to the sea.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 12, 1947
78 years ago
Runtime
1h 26m
86 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (44 votes)
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Mexico
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Production Companies
- Águila Films
- RKO Radio Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Pearl about?
Fisherman Quino and his wife Juana are very poor and desperate because the town's foreign doctor refuses to treat their son Coyotito, who has been bitten by a scorpion. When Quino unexpectedly find...
Who directed The Pearl?
The Pearl was directed by Emilio Fernández.
How long is The Pearl?
The Pearl has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was The Pearl released?
The Pearl was released on September 12, 1947 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Pearl?
The main cast of The Pearl includes Pedro Armendáriz, María Elena Marqués, Fernando Wagner, Gilberto González, Charles Rooner.