Espaldas mojadas
Synopsis
Mexican worker Rafael Améndola runs from the police and cross the Mexican-American border, helped by Frank Mendoza, a partner of an American called Mr. Sterling, who gives work to illegal migrants. Once in the United States, Rafael does not adapt to his new life. English translation of title is “Wet Backs”.
Top Cast
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David Silva
Rafael Améndola Campuzano
Víctor Parra
Mr. Sterling
Martha Valdés
Mary
Óscar Pulido
Louie Royalville
Pedro Vargas
Worker
Alicia Malvido
Agnes
Eulalio González
Carolina Barret
Margarita Frías
Salvador Godínez
Ferrocarrilero
Lola Beltrán
Cantante
Rogelio Fernández
Ferrocarrilero
Guillermo Álvarez Bianchi
El rico
José Elías Moreno
Frank Mendoza
Jorge Valdés Gómez
Ferrocarrilero
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alejandro Galindo
- Screenplay & Story
- Alejandro Galindo
- Original Score
- Jorge Pérez
- Original Title
- Espaldas mojadas
- Country of Origin
- Mexico
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 56m
- Production Studios
- Atlas Films, ATA Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alejandro Galindo
Alejandro Galindo
Jorge Pérez
Rosalío Solano
Carlos Savage
José Elvira
Department Leadership Roster
Alejandro Galindo
Director
Alejandro Galindo
Writer
José Elvira
Producer
Rosalío Solano
Director of Photography
Carlos Savage
Editor
Jorge Pérez
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Espaldas mojadas
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Espaldas mojadas about?
Mexican worker Rafael Améndola runs from the police and cross the Mexican-American border, helped by Frank Mendoza, a partner of an American called Mr. Sterling, who gives work to illegal migrants. Once in the United States, Rafael does not adapt to his new life. English translation of title is “Wet Backs”.
Who directed Espaldas mojadas?
Espaldas mojadas was directed by Alejandro Galindo.
Who stars in Espaldas mojadas?
The principal cast of Espaldas mojadas includes David Silva, Víctor Parra, Martha Valdés, Óscar Pulido, Pedro Vargas.
When was Espaldas mojadas released and how long is it?
Espaldas mojadas was released in 1955 with a total runtime of 1h 56m.
Who composed the musical score for Espaldas mojadas?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Espaldas mojadas was composed by Jorge Pérez.