Macario (1961)
Macabre, haunting and wonderful
Storyline
Poor, hungry peasant Macario longs for just one good meal on the Day of the Dead. After his wife cooks a turkey for him, he meets three apparitions, the Devil, God, and Death. Each asks him to share his turkey, but he refuses all except Death. In return, Death gives him a bottle of water which will heal any illness. Soon, Macario is more wealthy than the village doctor, which draws the attention of the feared Inquisition.
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Movie Details
| Original title | Macario |
|---|---|
| Release date | Sep 26, 1961 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | based on novel or book, mexico, death, devil, torture, hunger, starvation, inquisition, hunger strike, depiction of god, starving child, día de muertos |
FAQ
What is Macario about?
Poor, hungry peasant Macario longs for just one good meal on the Day of the Dead. After his wife cooks a turkey for him, he meets three apparitions, the Devil, God, and Death. Each asks him to share his turkey, but he refuses all except Death. In return, Death gives him a bottle of water which will heal any illness. Soon, Macario is more wealthy than the village doctor, which draws the attention of the feared Inquisition.
When was Macario released?
Macario was released on Sep 26, 1961 (status: Released).
Who directed Macario?
Roberto Gavaldón directed Macario.
What is the TMDB rating of Macario?
Macario has a TMDB rating of 8.7/10 from 221 votes.