The Red Squirrel
La ardilla roja
“A comedy full of youth, suspense and lies!”
Synopsis
Jota's suicide attempt is interrupted when a motorcyclist crashes off a bridge. After he rescues her, he decides to invent a life story for her — one of love and shared memories — creating a fragile web of deception that intertwines their fates.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Trailer de La ardilla roja (Julio Medem, 1993)
Type: Trailer • Published 2010-02-17
Top Cast
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Emma Suárez
Lisa
Nancho Novo
Jota
María Barranco
Carmen
Karra Elejalde
Antón
Carmelo Gómez
Félix
Cristina Marcos
Chica pelo azul
Mónica Molina
Chica pelo rojo
Ana Gracia
Psiquiatra
Elena Irureta
Begoña
Ane Sánchez
Cristina, Junge
Sarai Noceda
Junge
Maite Yerro
Nicola
Txema Blasco
Nervenarzt
Eneko Irizar
Alberto
Susana García Díez
Eli
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 4, 2010
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Julio Medem
- Screenplay & Story
- Julio Medem
- Original Score
- Alberto Iglesias, Txetxo Bengoetxea
- Original Title
- La ardilla roja
- Country of Origin
- Spain
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
- Production Studios
- Sogetel
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Julio Medem
Julio Medem
Alberto Iglesias, Txetxo Bengoetxea
Gonzalo F. Berridi
María Elena Sáinz de Rozas
Fernando de Garcillán
Department Leadership Roster
Gonzalo F. Berridi
Director of Photography
Julio Medem
Screenplay
Julio Medem
Director
María Elena Sáinz de Rozas
Editor
Alberto Iglesias
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Red Squirrel
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What is The Red Squirrel about?
Jota's suicide attempt is interrupted when a motorcyclist crashes off a bridge. After he rescues her, he decides to invent a life story for her — one of love and shared memories — creating a fragile web of deception that intertwines their fates.
Who directed The Red Squirrel?
The Red Squirrel was directed by Julio Medem.
Who stars in The Red Squirrel?
The principal cast of The Red Squirrel includes Emma Suárez, Nancho Novo, María Barranco, Karra Elejalde, Carmelo Gómez.
When was The Red Squirrel released and how long is it?
The Red Squirrel was released in 1993 with a total runtime of 1h 54m.
Who composed the musical score for The Red Squirrel?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Red Squirrel was composed by Alberto Iglesias, Txetxo Bengoetxea.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Red Squirrel?
The Red Squirrel holds official age classifications: FR: TP.