The Living Idol
“Amazing Adventure Beneath the Curse of the Jaguar God!”
Synopsis
An archaeologist believes a Mexican woman is the reincarnation of an Aztec princess.
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Living Idol - TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-08-19
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 2, 1957
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Albert Lewin, René Cardona
- Screenplay & Story
- Albert Lewin
- Original Score
- Rodolfo Halffter
- Original Title
- The Living Idol
- Country of Origin
- Mexico, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Albert Lewin, René Cardona
Albert Lewin
Rodolfo Halffter
Jack Hildyard
Rafael Ceballos, Fernando Martínez
Albert Lewin, Gregorio Walerstein
Department Leadership Roster
Albert Lewin
Director
Albert Lewin
Writer
René Cardona
Director
Albert Lewin
Producer
Gregorio Walerstein
Producer
Jack Hildyard
Director of Photography
Rodolfo Halffter
Original Music Composer
Rafael Ceballos
Editor
Fernando Martínez
Editor
Ramón Valdiosera
Costume Design
Armando Valdés Peza
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Living Idol
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What is The Living Idol about?
An archaeologist believes a Mexican woman is the reincarnation of an Aztec princess.
Who directed The Living Idol?
The Living Idol was directed by Albert Lewin, René Cardona.
Who stars in The Living Idol?
The principal cast of The Living Idol includes Steve Forrest, Liliane Montevecchi, James Robertson Justice, Sara García, Eduardo Noriega.
When was The Living Idol released and how long is it?
The Living Idol was released in 1957 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for The Living Idol?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Living Idol was composed by Rodolfo Halffter.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Living Idol?
The Living Idol holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).