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Macario (1961)

ES Released

Macabre, haunting and wonderful

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★ 8.7/10
Rating: ★ 8.7/10 (221 votes) · IMDb ↗
Genre: Drama, Fantasy
Duration: 1h 31m
Language: ES
Release Date: Sep 26, 1961
Country: Mexico
Director: Roberto Gavaldón

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 titleMacario
Release dateSep 26, 1961
StatusReleased
Keywordsbased 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.