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Gatica, the Monkey (1993)

Movie ★ 7.3 136 min

Drama

The story of José María Gatica, better known as Gatica el Mono, Argentina's main boxing star during the 1940s and 50s. The film follows his ascent, his relation with peronism and their downfall.

Leonardo Favio Director

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Quick facts

Released
May 13, 1993
Runtime
136 min
IMDb
tt0106989
Country
Language
Studio
Choila

Cast

Edgardo Nieva Edgardo Nieva José María Gatica Horacio Taicher Horacio Taicher El Ruso Juan Costa Jesús Gatica María Eva Gatica Madre Kika Child Kika Child Ema Virginia Innocenti Virginia Innocenti Nora Adolfo Yanelli Adolfo Yanelli El Rosarino Eduardo Cutuli Eduardo Cutuli Fioravanti Cecilia Cenci Cecilia Cenci Evita Armando Capo Armando Capo Perón

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Frequently asked questions

What is Gatica, the Monkey about?
The story of José María Gatica, better known as Gatica el Mono, Argentina's main boxing star during the 1940s and 50s. The film follows his ascent, his relation with peronism and their downfall.
Who directed Gatica, the Monkey?
Gatica, the Monkey was directed by Leonardo Favio.
Who stars in Gatica, the Monkey?
Gatica, the Monkey stars Edgardo Nieva, Horacio Taicher, Juan Costa, María Eva Gatica.
When was Gatica, the Monkey released?
Gatica, the Monkey is a 1993 drama film.
Where can I watch Gatica, the Monkey?
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