Macario (1960) movie poster

Macario (1960)

"Macabre, haunting and wonderful"
ThumbScore
👍 92%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 100% (RT: 100%) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaFantasy

Where to Watch

Streaming
Prime Video
Director
Roberto Gavaldón
Runtime
1h 31m
Country
Mexico
Language
Spanish
TMDB Rating
8.7/10 (202 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
100%
Cast
Pina Pellicer as Esposa de Macario
Enrique Lucero as La muerte
José Gálvez as El Demonio
Eduardo Fajardo as Virrey
Consuelo Frank as Virreina
Yes. 92% of real audiences liked it based on 202 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 100%.
Overview
Poor, hungry peasant Macario longs for just one good meal on the Day of the Dead. After his wife cooks a turkey for him, he meets three apparitions, the Devil, God, and Death. Each asks him to share his turkey, but he refuses all except Death. In return, Death gives him a bottle of water which will heal any illness. Soon, Macario is more wealthy than the village doctor, which draws the attention of the feared Inquisition. Wikipedia ↗
Audience Consensus

Macario is a 1960 drama, fantasy film directed by Roberto Gavaldón. Poor, hungry peasant Macario longs for just one good meal on the Day of the Dead. After his wife cooks a turkey for him, he meets three apparitions, the Devil, God, and Death.

Each asks him to share his turkey, but he refuses all except Death. In return, Death gives him a bottle of water which will heal any illness. Soon, Macario is more wealthy than the village doctor, which draws the attention of the feared Inquisition.

The film has been rated by 202 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, Macario delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Macario (1960) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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