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Balún Canán (1977)

Movie ★ 5.4 117 min

Drama

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.

Benito Alazraki Director

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Quick facts

Released
May 26, 1977
Runtime
117 min
IMDb
tt0074178
Country
Language
Studio
Conacine

Themes

Cast

Saby Kamalich Zoraida Tito Junco Tito Junco Jaime Rovelo Pilar Pellicer Pilar Pellicer Matilde Fernando Balzaretti Fernando Balzaretti Ernesto Cecilia Camacho La niña Aztlán Camacho Mario Anita Blanch Anita Blanch La maestra Rosaura Revueltas Rosaura Revueltas La nana José Chávez José Chávez Indio Felipe

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Frequently asked questions

What is Balún Canán about?
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.
Who directed Balún Canán?
Balún Canán was directed by Benito Alazraki.
Who stars in Balún Canán?
Balún Canán stars Saby Kamalich, Tito Junco, Pilar Pellicer, Fernando Balzaretti.
When was Balún Canán released?
Balún Canán is a 1977 drama film.
Where can I watch Balún Canán?
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