Acapulcan (1959)

A spirited Mexican musical comedy set against the sun-drenched backdrop of Acapulco, where romance, rivalry, and lively performances collide.

Acapulcan - Movie Information

  • Original Title: Acapulqueña
  • Release Year: 1959
  • Directed by: Ramón Pereda
  • Type: Movie
  • Genres: Music, Comedy
  • Runtime: 1h 30m
  • Original Language: Spanish
  • Spoken Languages: Spanish
  • Release Date (Theatrical): May 14, 1959 (Mexico)
  • Production Companies: Pereda Films
  • Production Countries: Mexico

Acapulcan - Plot

Gloria sells dolls in benefit of UNICEF and is interested in putting on an international show. In a hotel in Acapulco the ranchero Javier, the Muslims Mustafa and Ali, the Brazilian Mr. Carioca and the charro José Lorenzo meet to carry out the project. Among the men there will be a series of entanglements to dispute the love of the young woman.

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Acapulcan - Cast & Crew

Director(s)

  • Ramón Pereda

Main Cast

  • Maria Antonieta Pons
  • Manuel Capetillo
  • Eulalio González
  • Armando Soto La Marina 'El Chicote'
  • Óscar Pulido
  • Daniel Herrera
  • Óscar Ortiz de Pinedo
  • Ramón Pereda
  • Paco Michel
  • Miguelito Valdés

Writers

  • Ramón Pereda

Producers

  • Ramón Pereda

Acapulcan - FAQs

Where can you stream Acapulcan online?

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Who are the main actors in Acapulcan?

The film stars Maria Antonieta Pons as Gloria, alongside Manuel Capetillo, Eulalio González, Armando Soto La Marina 'El Chicote', Óscar Pulido, Ramón Pereda, Paco Michel, and Cuban musician Miguelito Valdés, among others.

What is Acapulcan about?

Acapulcan follows Gloria, a young woman selling dolls for UNICEF who dreams of staging an international show. At an Acapulco hotel, a colorful group of men — including a ranchero, a charro, and international visitors — compete for her love amid comic entanglements.

Who directed the 1959 film Acapulcan?

Acapulcan was directed by Ramón Pereda, who also wrote the screenplay and produced the film through his production company, Pereda Films. He additionally appears in the cast, making him the central creative force behind the project.

When was Acapulcan released?

Acapulcan was released on May 14, 1959, in Mexico. It is a product of the Golden Age of Mexican cinema, a period celebrated for its vibrant musical comedies and popular genre entertainments.

What genre is the movie Acapulcan?

Acapulcan belongs to the Music and Comedy genres. It blends lively musical performances with lighthearted romantic comedy, a format that was extremely popular in Mexican cinema during the late 1950s.

How long is the film Acapulcan?

Acapulcan has a runtime of 90 minutes, making it a compact and entertaining feature that delivers its musical numbers and comedic storyline at a brisk, enjoyable pace.

What language is Acapulcan filmed in?

Acapulcan is filmed entirely in Spanish. It is a Mexican production from 1959, and Spanish is both the original and sole spoken language throughout the film.

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