Balún Canán
A strange spell sentenced her son to death
Based on Rosario Castellanos' novel, Balún Canán is about the turmoil created by the Cardenas’ land reforms. Events occur in Chiapas on the border with Guatemala, mainly in a town called Comitán. Zoraida struggles and fights to keep her properties, inheritance for her only son. For her actions, the sorcerers of Chacjatal cast a death spell over her son.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Balún Canán
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 1977-05-26
- Runtime: 117 minutes
- Rating: 4.8/10 (4 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Conacine
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.3071
- Languages: Spanish
Cast & Crew
Saby Kamalich
as Zoraida
Tito Junco
as Jaime Rovelo
Pilar Pellicer
as Matilde
Fernando Balzaretti
as Ernesto
Cecilia Camacho
as La niña
Aztlán Camacho
as Mario
Anita Blanch
as La maestra
Rosaura Revueltas
as La nana
José Chávez
as Indio Felipe
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Balún Canán?▼
Balún Canán is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1977-05-26.
Who are the main actors in Balún Canán?▼
The main cast includes Saby Kamalich, Tito Junco, Pilar Pellicer, Fernando Balzaretti, Cecilia Camacho, .
Where can I watch Balún Canán online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Balún Canán is available.
Is Balún Canán based on a true story?▼
A strange spell sentenced her son to death
What is the IMDb rating of Balún Canán?▼
Balún Canán has an IMDb rating of 4.8/10 based on 4 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Balún Canán?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Balún Canán?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Conacine. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Balún Canán filmed?▼
Balún Canán was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Balún Canán?▼
The total runtime of Balún Canán is 117 minutes.
Is Balún Canán suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Balún Canán?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Balún Canán.
Does Balún Canán have a post-credit scene?▼
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