Chuy, The Wolf Man
Chuy, el hombre lobo
Synopsis
Jesus 'Chuy' Aceves and a dozen living members of his extended family suffer from the very rare condition of congenital hypertrichosis, meaning they were born with excessive hair on their faces and bodies. Due to their appearance, they suffer from discrimination in all areas of their lives: the children are made fun of at school and abandoned by their 'non-hairy' parents, and the adults cannot find work unless they choose to exhibit themselves as freaks in circuses. This moving and visually arresting documentary is a portrait of Chuy and his family members. It examines their day-to-day lives and their struggle to find love, acceptance and employment.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Jesús Aceves
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María Victoria Peña Flores
María Araceli Fajardo Peña
Luis Abraham Cervantes Aceves
Mario Alberto Vázquez Cervantes
María del Carmen Aceves Martínez
Glaydy Janeth Cervantes Aceves
Derian Josué Cervantes Aceves
MAría de Jesús Aceves Díaz
Karla Michelle Aceves Díaz
Jeimy María González Gómez
Maily González Gómez
Víctor Ramos Gómez
Danny
Gabriel Ramos Gómez
Larry
J. Haze
Dr. Haze
Jan Bondesson
Lilia Delira Aceves
Marlene Delira Aceves
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 15, 2025
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eva Aridjis
- Screenplay & Story
- Eva Aridjis
- Original Score
- J.G. Thirlwell
- Original Title
- Chuy, el hombre lobo
- Country of Origin
- Mexico
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eva Aridjis
Eva Aridjis
J.G. Thirlwell
Diego García
Eva Aridjis
Molle DeBartolo
Department Leadership Roster
Eva Aridjis
Director
Molle DeBartolo
Producer
Eva Aridjis
Editor
J.G. Thirlwell
Original Music Composer
Eva Aridjis
Writer
Diego García
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chuy, The Wolf Man
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What is Chuy, The Wolf Man about?
Jesus 'Chuy' Aceves and a dozen living members of his extended family suffer from the very rare condition of congenital hypertrichosis, meaning they were born with excessive hair on their faces and bodies. Due to their appearance, they suffer from discrimination in all areas of their lives: the children are made fun of at school and abandoned by their 'non-hairy' parents, and the adults cannot find work unless they choose to exhibit themselves as freaks in circuses. This moving and visually arresting documentary is a portrait of Chuy and his family members. It examines their day-to-day lives and their struggle to find love, acceptance and employment.
Who directed Chuy, The Wolf Man?
Chuy, The Wolf Man was directed by Eva Aridjis.
Who stars in Chuy, The Wolf Man?
The principal cast of Chuy, The Wolf Man includes Jesús Aceves, María Victoria Peña Flores, María Araceli Fajardo Peña, Luis Abraham Cervantes Aceves, Mario Alberto Vázquez Cervantes.
When was Chuy, The Wolf Man released and how long is it?
Chuy, The Wolf Man was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for Chuy, The Wolf Man?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Chuy, The Wolf Man was composed by J.G. Thirlwell.