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The Shadow of the Tyrant

The Shadow of the Tyrant

In 1920s Mexico, the candidates being chosen to succeed the current president, El Caudillo, find themselves at his mercy as he will resort to anything to accomplish his will, including kidnapping, betrayal, and murder.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: La sombra del caudillo
  • Genres: History, Drama, Thriller
  • Release Date: 1960-08-22
  • Runtime: 129 minutes
  • Rating: 6.5/10 (11 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Sindicato de Trabajadores de la Producción Cinematográfica (STPC)
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.1718
  • Languages: Spanish

Cast & Crew

Tito Junco

Tito Junco

as General Ignacio Aguirre

Roberto Cañedo

Roberto Cañedo

as Presidente Cámara de diputados

Tito Novaro

Tito Novaro

as Diputado

Tomás Perrín

Tomás Perrín

as Diputado Axcaná González

Bárbara Gil

Bárbara Gil

as Rosario

Miguel Ángel Ferriz Sr.

Miguel Ángel Ferriz Sr.

as El Caudillo

Ignacio López Tarso

Ignacio López Tarso

as General Hilario Jiménez

Carlos López Moctezuma

Carlos López Moctezuma

as Diputado Emilio Olivier Fernández

Víctor Manuel Mendoza

Víctor Manuel Mendoza

as General Elizondo

Fernando Mendoza

Fernando Mendoza

as Diputado Juan Manuel Mijares

Gallery

Movie scene

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Keywords

mexicobased on novel or bookgeneralpolitical partypresidentpolitical intrigue candidatefiring squadvaudeville act1920s

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Shadow of the Tyrant?

The Shadow of the Tyrant is a History, Drama, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1960-08-22.

Who are the main actors in The Shadow of the Tyrant?

The main cast includes Tito Junco, Roberto Cañedo, Tito Novaro, Tomás Perrín, Bárbara Gil, .

Where can I watch The Shadow of the Tyrant online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Shadow of the Tyrant is available.

Is The Shadow of the Tyrant based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Shadow of the Tyrant?

The Shadow of the Tyrant has an IMDb rating of 6.5/10 based on 11 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Shadow of the Tyrant?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Shadow of the Tyrant?

The soundtrack was composed by Sindicato de Trabajadores de la Producción Cinematográfica (STPC). You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Shadow of the Tyrant filmed?

The Shadow of the Tyrant was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Shadow of the Tyrant?

The total runtime of The Shadow of the Tyrant is 129 minutes.

Is The Shadow of the Tyrant suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Shadow of the Tyrant?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Shadow of the Tyrant.

Does The Shadow of the Tyrant have a post-credit scene?

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