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Cassandro

2023·Movie
1h 46min·R
74
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Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Adrenaline5
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Hopeful and romantic

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Hopefulness8
  • Romance7
  • Wholesome7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Satire & Parody3

World

Everyday modern life, a real life story, and sports

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

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About

Changing the game, one match at a time.

The true story of Saúl Armendáriz, a gay amateur wrestler from El Paso that rises to international stardom after he creates the character Cassandro, the “Liberace of Lucha Libre.” In the process, he upends not just the macho wrestling world but also his own life.
LGBTQ+ RepresentationWrestling CultureBiographical DramaMexican-American StoryTriumph Over AdversityShowbizSportsComing-of-AgeEl Paso

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Cassandro legally?

Cassandro is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads and Amazon MX Player. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Cassandro worth watching?

74
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 6.5, Rotten Tomatoes 91%, and Metacritic 76). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Cassandro rated?

RStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How long is Cassandro?

1 h 46 min

Cassandro runs 1 h 46 min.

Is Cassandro based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Cassandro?

Critics84
Audiences66

Not quite. Critics rate Cassandro higher (84) than audiences (66). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Cassandro in?

EnglishSpanish

It was made in English, with some Spanish. Produced in Mexico, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Cassandro?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Cassandro in 126 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Cassandro use?

Agent PeacockCamp GayDavid Versus GoliathMacho LatinoMasculine–Feminine Gay CoupleThe MistressMomma's Boy

TV Tropes lists 7 storytelling tropes for Cassandro, including Agent Peacock, Camp Gay, David Versus Goliath.