The Heist
El Apando
“A prison system that does not regenerate, it degenerates.”
Synopsis
In Mexico City's infamous Lecumberri prison, three drug-addicted convicts celebrate getting drugs from one of their the mothers. They are found out and locked up in the "apando," the dreaded punishment cell. Protests over the treatment of those held in the cell lead to a bloody confrontation.
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El Apando (TRAILER)
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-05-25
Top Cast
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Manuel Ojeda
Polonio
Salvador Sánchez
Albino
José Carlos Ruiz
El Carajo
María Rojo
Meche
Delia Casanova
La Chata
Luz Cortázar
Madre del Carajo
Álvaro Carcaño
Teniente
Ana Ofelia Murguía
Celadora
Sergio Calderón
Oficial
César Sobrevals
Celador
Gerardo del Castillo
Policía
Adriana Rojo
Tomás Pérez Turrent
Preso de la fajina
Max Kerlow
Preso del suéter amarillo
Roberto de Rivero
Guillermo Gil
Policeman (uncredited)
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Felipe Cazals
- Screenplay & Story
- José Revueltas, José Agustín
- Original Score
- José Revueltas, Gonzalo Curiel
- Original Title
- El Apando
- Country of Origin
- Mexico
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Production Studios
- Conacite Uno
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Felipe Cazals
José Revueltas, José Agustín
José Revueltas, Gonzalo Curiel
Álex Phillips Jr.
Rafael Castanedo
Héctor López, Fernando Macotela
Department Leadership Roster
José Revueltas
Screenplay
Felipe Cazals
Director
Álex Phillips Jr.
Director of Photography
Rafael Castanedo
Editor
Carlos Grandjean
Production Design
Héctor López
Producer
Fernando Macotela
Producer
Enedina Bernal
Costume Design
José Agustín
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Heist
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Heist about?
In Mexico City's infamous Lecumberri prison, three drug-addicted convicts celebrate getting drugs from one of their the mothers. They are found out and locked up in the "apando," the dreaded punishment cell. Protests over the treatment of those held in the cell lead to a bloody confrontation.
Who directed The Heist?
The Heist was directed by Felipe Cazals.
Who stars in The Heist?
The principal cast of The Heist includes Manuel Ojeda, Salvador Sánchez, José Carlos Ruiz, María Rojo, Delia Casanova.
When was The Heist released and how long is it?
The Heist was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.
Who composed the musical score for The Heist?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Heist was composed by José Revueltas, Gonzalo Curiel.
Is The Heist based on a book or true story?
The Heist is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "José Revueltas".