
The Zapotec Chef
El Chef Zapoteco
“For those who dream of returning home”
Synopsis
After emigrating from his hometown in search of a better life, Chef Gaudencio Ruiz Mateo, defying all possibilities, found success at the highest level of his craft while longing to return home.
Top Cast
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Production Budget
$1K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ana Silvia Cantú
- Screenplay & Story
- Ana Silvia Cantú
- Original Score
- César Aldair Ramírez Paredes, Miguel Ramírez Ahumada, Aarón Miguel Cabrera de la Rosa, César Reyes
- Original Title
- El Chef Zapoteco
- Country of Origin
- Mexico
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 30m
- Production Budget
- $1K
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ana Silvia Cantú
Ana Silvia Cantú
César Aldair Ramírez Paredes, Miguel Ramírez Ahumada, Aarón Miguel Cabrera de la Rosa, César Reyes
Andrea Carro
Andrea Carro
Ana Silvia Cantú, Andrea Carro, Emilio Rodríguez Ruvalcaba
Department Leadership Roster
Ana Silvia Cantú
Director
Ana Silvia Cantú
Writer
Ana Silvia Cantú
Producer
Andrea Carro
Producer
Emilio Rodríguez Ruvalcaba
Producer
Andrea Carro
Editor
Andrea Carro
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Zapotec Chef
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Zapotec Chef about?
After emigrating from his hometown in search of a better life, Chef Gaudencio Ruiz Mateo, defying all possibilities, found success at the highest level of his craft while longing to return home.
Who directed The Zapotec Chef?
The Zapotec Chef was directed by Ana Silvia Cantú.
Who stars in The Zapotec Chef?
The principal cast of The Zapotec Chef includes Gaudencio Ruiz Mateo, Anselma Mateo Ramírez, Bonifacio Ruiz Blaz, Lorenzo Martínez.
When was The Zapotec Chef released and how long is it?
The Zapotec Chef was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of 30m.
Who composed the musical score for The Zapotec Chef?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Zapotec Chef was composed by César Aldair Ramírez Paredes, Miguel Ramírez Ahumada, Aarón Miguel Cabrera de la Rosa, César Reyes.



















