Don Alvarado
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Contrabando • Movie • Rating 6.0 out of 10
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overview
What is Contrabando about?
Contrabando is an adventure film. The film tells of the millionaire Hernández who smuggles weapons from the United States into Mexico. He does this because he is planning an uprising. The hotel attendant Carlos is informed of this. Hernández and his troops are defeated by the army. Carlos is acquitted and can marry his lover Lolita. The film Contrabando was shot in locations on the border with the United States, such as Tijuana, Ensenada and Playas de Rosarito. It was shot in Spanish and in English under the title Contraband. The role of Lolita was cast for the English version with Dorothy Sebastian. Contrabando's plot was inspired by an actual 1929 rebellion led by José Gonzalo Escobar. It blends drama, adventure, thriller elements. The film reflects a distinct Mexico style and perspective. The story is brought to life by director Alberto Mendez Bernal. With a runtime of 1h 3m, it offers a concise viewing experience.
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Cast and crew of Contrabando
The main cast includes Don Alvarado, Dorothy Sebastian and Ramón Pereda. Behind the camera, the film is directed by Alberto Mendez Bernal, written by Fernando Méndez, produced by John Stone.
Dorothy Sebastian
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Ramón Pereda
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Virginia Zurí
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Paul Ellis
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Gloria Rubio
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Grace Wells
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