The Beginning and the End
Arturo Ripstein's Masterpiece
The film tells the story of the Boteros, a middle-class Mexican family struggling against poverty after their father's death. Ignacia (Egurrola) is the Boteros mother, a desperate woman who chooses to sacrifice the destiny of her three older children, in order to protect Gabriel (Laguardia) the youngest one. She believes Gabriel will climb the social structure and bring back the lost fortune to the family. But destiny has other plans for the Boteros and tragedy will overcome eventually. Based on the novel of Nobel Prize winner Naguib Mahfouz.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Principio y fin
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 1994-06-24
- Runtime: 187 minutes
- Rating: 7.2/10 (12 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Alameda Films, Instituto Mexicano de Cinematografía
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.2196
- Languages: Spanish
Cast & Crew
Ernesto Laguardia
as Gabriel Botero
Julieta Egurrola
as Ignacia Botero
Blanca Guerra
as Julia
Lucía Muñoz
as Mireya Botero
Verónica Merchant
as Natalia
Bruno Bichir
as Nicolás Botero
Alberto Estrella
as Guama Botero
Alonso Echánove
as Cariñoso
Luis Felipe Tovar
as César
Julián Pastor
as Luján
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Beginning and the End?▼
The Beginning and the End is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1994-06-24.
Who are the main actors in The Beginning and the End?▼
The main cast includes Ernesto Laguardia, Julieta Egurrola, Blanca Guerra, Lucía Muñoz, Verónica Merchant, .
Where can I watch The Beginning and the End online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Beginning and the End is available.
Is The Beginning and the End based on a true story?▼
Arturo Ripstein's Masterpiece
What is the IMDb rating of The Beginning and the End?▼
The Beginning and the End has an IMDb rating of 7.2/10 based on 12 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Beginning and the End?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Beginning and the End?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Alameda Films, Instituto Mexicano de Cinematografía. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Beginning and the End filmed?▼
The Beginning and the End was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Beginning and the End?▼
The total runtime of The Beginning and the End is 187 minutes.
Is The Beginning and the End suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Beginning and the End?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Beginning and the End.
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