Asesinos, S.A. (1957)
A 1957 Mexican dark comedy in which a hapless clown finds himself drafted into a deadly squad of professional hitmen.
Asesinos, S.A. - Movie Information
- Original Title: Asesinos, S.A.
- Release Year: 1957
- Directed by: Adolfo Fernández Bustamante
- Type: Movie
- Runtime: 1h 35m
- Original Language: Spanish
- Spoken Languages: Spanish
- Release Date (Theatrical): September 16, 1957 (Mexico)
- Production Countries: Mexico
Asesinos, S.A. - Plot
Incompetent clown is drafted into a Murder Incorporated style squad of hitmen.
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Asesinos, S.A. - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Adolfo Fernández Bustamante
Main Cast
- Adalberto Martínez
- Kitty de Hoyos
- Wolf Ruvinskis
- Luis Aldás
- Sara Guasch
- Arturo Castro 'Bigotón'
- Conchita Gentil Arcos
Writers
- Sidney T. Bruckner
Producers
- Sidney T. Bruckner
Asesinos, S.A. - FAQs
What is Asesinos, S.A. about?
Asesinos, S.A. follows a bumbling, incompetent clown who gets unwillingly recruited into a Murder Incorporated-style organization of professional hitmen. The film mines the absurd gap between the deadly serious world of contract killers and its hapless, comically inept new recruit for laughs throughout.
Is Asesinos, S.A. a comedy or a crime film?
It's very much a comedy at heart. While the premise borrows from the crime genre — think Murder Incorporated-style hitman organizations — the film plays the whole setup for laughs, centering on its clownish protagonist's total unsuitability for the world of professional assassination.
Who directed Asesinos, S.A.?
Adolfo Fernández Bustamante directed Asesinos, S.A. The film was produced and written by Sidney T. Bruckner, and it was released in Mexico on September 16, 1957, as part of the golden era of Mexican cinema.
Who stars in Asesinos, S.A.?
The film features Adalberto Martínez in the lead role, supported by Kitty de Hoyos, Wolf Ruvinskis, Luis Aldás, Sara Guasch, Arturo Castro 'Bigotón', and Conchita Gentil Arcos. Adalberto Martínez was a beloved Mexican comedian widely known by his stage name 'Resortes.'
When and where was Asesinos, S.A. released?
Asesinos, S.A. premiered in Mexico on September 16, 1957 — Mexico's Independence Day, a date traditionally associated with major theatrical releases in the country. It was produced in Mexico and spoken entirely in Spanish.
What are some films similar to Asesinos, S.A.?
If you enjoy the comedy-meets-hitman premise, you might also like Mr. Right (2016), Accident Man: Hitman's Holiday (2022), Die Hart (2023), or the cult classic Killer Klowns from Outer Space (1988). All blend laughs with action or dark genre elements in similarly playful ways.
How long is Asesinos, S.A.?
Asesinos, S.A. runs for 95 minutes — just under an hour and a half. It's a compact, breezy runtime that suits its comedic tone, keeping the absurd premise moving without overstaying its welcome.
Is Asesinos, S.A. part of Mexican golden age cinema?
Yes, Asesinos, S.A. belongs to Mexico's celebrated Época de Oro — the Golden Age of Mexican cinema, roughly spanning the 1930s through the 1960s. This era produced a wealth of beloved comedies, dramas, and genre films, many starring iconic performers like Adalberto Martínez 'Resortes.'
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