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The Motive

The Motive

Álvaro, a man obsessed with the idea of writing what he brands as “high literature,” manipulates the lives and feelings of the people around him to write about the consequences caused by his devious acts.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: El autor
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 2017-11-17
  • Runtime: 104 minutes
  • Rating: 6.229/10 (271 votes)
  • Budget: $2,691,410
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: LAZONA, Alebrije Producciones, Canal Sur, La Loma Blanca, TVE, Icónica
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.9699
  • Languages: Spanish, English

Cast & Crew

Javier Gutiérrez

Javier Gutiérrez

as Álvaro

María León

María León

as Amanda

Adelfa Calvo

Adelfa Calvo

as Building Manager

Adriana Paz

Adriana Paz

as Irene

Tenoch Huerta Mejía

Tenoch Huerta Mejía

as Enrique

Antonio de la Torre

Antonio de la Torre

as Teacher

Cris Nollet

Cris Nollet

as Policía 2

Rafael Téllez

Rafael Téllez

as Mr. Montero

Domi del Postigo

Domi del Postigo

as Presenter

José Carlos Carmona

José Carlos Carmona

as Jesús

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Trailer

External Links

Keywords

writing workshopaspiring writerseville, spain

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Motive?

The Motive is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2017-11-17.

Who are the main actors in The Motive?

The main cast includes Javier Gutiérrez, María León, Adelfa Calvo, Adriana Paz, Tenoch Huerta Mejía, .

Where can I watch The Motive online?

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

Is The Motive based on a true story?

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

What is the IMDb rating of The Motive?

The Motive has an IMDb rating of 6.229/10 based on 271 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Motive?

The movie had a production budget of $2,691,410 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Motive?

The soundtrack was composed by LAZONA, Alebrije Producciones, Canal Sur, La Loma Blanca, TVE, Icónica. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Motive filmed?

The Motive was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Motive?

The total runtime of The Motive is 104 minutes.

Is The Motive suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Motive?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Motive.

Does The Motive have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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