The Fantastic World of Juan Orol
Originally released in 2012. The Fantastic World of Juan Orol is a comedy film. directed by Sebastián del Amo.
Starring Roberto Sosa, Gabriela de la Garza, and Fernanda Romero
Synopsis
Mexico’s half-forgotten B-movie master, “involuntary surrealist” Juan Orol (1897–1988), receives a pitch-perfect tribute in this deft, irresistible love letter to a self-made man of showbiz whose career spanned half a century and nearly 60 films. Abetted by an all-pro cast, del Amo’s brilliant interpretation of Orol’s life exudes a droll underdog charm, and almost every frame is an infectious homage to the golden age of cinema, the wiles of memory, and the art of fantasy.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 14, 2012
13 years ago
Runtime
1h 34m
94 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (6 votes)
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Mexico
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Fantastic World of Juan Orol about?
Mexico’s half-forgotten B-movie master, “involuntary surrealist” Juan Orol (1897–1988), receives a pitch-perfect tribute in this deft, irresistible love letter to a self-made man of showbiz...
Who directed The Fantastic World of Juan Orol?
The Fantastic World of Juan Orol was directed by Sebastián del Amo.
How long is The Fantastic World of Juan Orol?
The Fantastic World of Juan Orol has a runtime of 1 hours and 34 minutes (94 minutes total).
When was The Fantastic World of Juan Orol released?
The Fantastic World of Juan Orol was released on September 14, 2012 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Fantastic World of Juan Orol?
The main cast of The Fantastic World of Juan Orol includes Roberto Sosa, Gabriela de la Garza, Fernanda Romero, Jesús Ochoa, Roger Cudney.