The Important Man

1961Movie1 h 40 minNR

75
GreatGoodWatch score
75
GreatGoodWatch score

Summary

Animas Trujano is a colorful but irresponsible Indian in a small Mexican village. He hopes above all things someday to be chosen mayordomio of his village, a place of great honor usually conferred upon the wealthiest and most respected citizens.

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  • Friends night
  • Teens
  • Drop-in friendly

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Not for laughs, scares or warmth.

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Facts

November 3, 1961 · 1 h 40 min · NR

Released
November 3, 1961
Runtime
1 h 40 min
Age rating
NR
Genres
Drama
Original language
Spanish
Made in
Mexico
Available in
19 countries

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Questions about The Important Man

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Where can I stream The Important Man?

It streams in 6 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is The Important Man worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75 (IMDb 7.4 and Letterboxd 3.7 out of 5).

Is The Important Man plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (7 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is The Important Man in English?

Spanish

No, it was made in Spanish.