

Asalto al cine
“Heist in Mexico City is no child's play.”
Synopsis
The story of four teenagers: Negus, Chale, Sapo and Chata. Childhood friends living in public housing in a rundown area of Mexico City, search to trump idleness. They toy with the idea of robbing a movie theatre. Afflicted by their past and present stance, each find the motivation to complete the deed. The adventure pushes them to face their own realities and jeopardizes the only valuable possession: friendship
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Trailer Asalto al cine
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-02-04
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Gabino Rodríguez
Negus
Juan Pablo de Santiago
Chale
Ángel Sosa
Sapo
Paulina Ávalos
Chata
Dolores Heredia
Señora Guapa
Roberto de Loera
Roller
Luís Javier Becerril
Trompo
María Gelia
Mamá del Negus
Gabriela Reynoso
Mamá del Chale
Susana Salazar
Mamá de la Chata
Carlos Valencia
Arturo
Harold Torres
Chanoc
Juan Manuel Bernal
Gerente
Gustavo Sánchez Parra
Vigilante
Javier Oliván
Vigilante
Sashaman
Fantasma
Miriam Balderas
Esperanza
Arnoldo Picazzo
Trankas
Release History & Theatrical Window
Sundance Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
February 24, 2015
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Iria Gómez Concheiro
- Screenplay & Story
- Juan Pablo Gómez, Iria Gómez Concheiro
- Original Title
- Asalto al cine
- Country of Origin
- Mexico
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Production Studios
- Ascot Elite Home Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Iria Gómez Concheiro
Juan Pablo Gómez, Iria Gómez Concheiro
Alberto Anaya
Francisco X. Rivera, Luciana Jauffred Gorostiza
Ernesto Martínez Arévalo, Roberto Fiesco, Daniel Alonso, Iria Gómez Concheiro
Department Leadership Roster
Iria Gómez Concheiro
Director
Juan Pablo Gómez
Screenplay
Francisco X. Rivera
Editor
Luciana Jauffred Gorostiza
Editor
Ernesto Martínez Arévalo
Producer
Roberto Fiesco
Producer
Daniel Alonso
Producer
Iria Gómez Concheiro
Producer
Iria Gómez Concheiro
Screenplay
Alberto Anaya
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Asalto al cine
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Asalto al cine about?
The story of four teenagers: Negus, Chale, Sapo and Chata. Childhood friends living in public housing in a rundown area of Mexico City, search to trump idleness. They toy with the idea of robbing a movie theatre. Afflicted by their past and present stance, each find the motivation to complete the deed. The adventure pushes them to face their own realities and jeopardizes the only valuable possession: friendship
Who directed Asalto al cine?
Asalto al cine was directed by Iria Gómez Concheiro.
Who stars in Asalto al cine?
The principal cast of Asalto al cine includes Gabino Rodríguez, Juan Pablo de Santiago, Ángel Sosa, Paulina Ávalos, Dolores Heredia.
When was Asalto al cine released and how long is it?
Asalto al cine was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 1h 52m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Asalto al cine?
Asalto al cine holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).



















