Abel (2011)

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OpusData ID: 153180100
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Synopsis

About a peculiar young boy who, as he blurs reality and fantasy, takes over the responsibilities of a family man in his father's absence.

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Domestic Releases: March 4th, 2011 (Limited) by Lionsgate
MPAA Rating: Not Rated
Running Time: 85 minutes
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Keywords: Alternate Reality, Mental Illness, Pretending to be your Parents
Source:Original Screenplay
Genre:Drama
Production Method:Live Action
Creative Type:Contemporary Fiction
Production/Financing Companies: Canana, Mr. Mudd
Production Countries: Mexico
Languages: Spanish

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Leading Cast

Jose Maria Yazpik    Anselmo
Karina Gidi    Cecilia
Christopher Ruiz-Esparza    Abel

Supporting Cast

Gerardo Ruiz-Esparza    Paul
Geraldine Alejandra    Selene
Carlos Aragon    Dr. Monarrez
Gabino Rodriguez    Clemente
Lucero Trejo    Esperancita
Ursula Pruneda    Dr. Islas

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Production and Technical Credits

Diego Luna    Director
Augusto Mendoza    Screenwriter
Diego Luna    Screenwriter
Pablo Cruz    Producer
John Malkovich    Executive Producer
Russell Smith    Executive Producer
Lianne Halfon    Executive Producer
Geminiano Pineda    Executive Producer
Gael Garcia Bernal    Executive Producer
Natalia Berstain    Casting Director
Anna Terrazas    Costume Designer
Juan Pablo Garcia    Art Director
Brigitte Broch    Production Designer
Lynn Fanchtein    Music Supervisor
Miguel Schverdfinger    Editor
Patrick Murguia    Cinematographer

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March 4th, 2011

There are a few releases of note this week, some because of their strong reviews (Uncle Boonmee); some because of the unusual distribution route (Red State); some because of the actor-turned-director (Happythankyoumoreplease). Overall, there should be something for everyone. More...


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Synopsis

About a peculiar young boy who, as he blurs reality and fantasy, takes over the responsibilities of a family man in his father's absence.

Metrics

Movie Details

Domestic Releases: March 4th, 2011 (Limited) by Lionsgate
MPAA Rating: Not Rated
Running Time: 85 minutes
Comparisons: Create your own comparison chart…
Keywords: Alternate Reality, Mental Illness, Pretending to be your Parents
Source:Original Screenplay
Genre:Drama
Production Method:Live Action
Creative Type:Contemporary Fiction
Production/Financing Companies: Canana, Mr. Mudd
Production Countries: Mexico
Languages: Spanish

Leading Cast

Jose Maria Yazpik    Anselmo
Karina Gidi    Cecilia
Christopher Ruiz-Esparza    Abel

Supporting Cast

Gerardo Ruiz-Esparza    Paul
Geraldine Alejandra    Selene
Carlos Aragon    Dr. Monarrez
Gabino Rodriguez    Clemente
Lucero Trejo    Esperancita
Ursula Pruneda    Dr. Islas

For a description of the different acting role types we use to categorize acting perfomances, see our Glossary.

Production and Technical Credits

Diego Luna    Director
Augusto Mendoza    Screenwriter
Diego Luna    Screenwriter
Pablo Cruz    Producer
John Malkovich    Executive Producer
Russell Smith    Executive Producer
Lianne Halfon    Executive Producer
Geminiano Pineda    Executive Producer
Gael Garcia Bernal    Executive Producer
Natalia Berstain    Casting Director
Anna Terrazas    Costume Designer
Juan Pablo Garcia    Art Director
Brigitte Broch    Production Designer
Lynn Fanchtein    Music Supervisor
Miguel Schverdfinger    Editor
Patrick Murguia    Cinematographer

Dear Limited Releases

March 4th, 2011

There are a few releases of note this week, some because of their strong reviews (Uncle Boonmee); some because of the unusual distribution route (Red State); some because of the actor-turned-director (Happythankyoumoreplease). Overall, there should be something for everyone. More...

Weekend Box Office Performance

Daily Box Office Performance

Weekly Box Office Performance

Full financial estimates for this film, including domestic and international box office, video sales, video rentals, TV and ancillary revenue are available through our research services at a cost. For more information, please contact us at research@the-numbers.com.