La madrecita
Synopsis
María Nicolasa decides to dedicate her life to the faith and enter a convent as a novice. However, her impulsive nature, unmistakable naivety, and unconventional methods immediately disrupt the nuns' rigid routine. Upon learning of the serious financial troubles threatening the local orphanage, the amusing novice does not hesitate to get involved in all sorts of zany situations, confronting thieves, loan sharks, and authorities alike to protect the orphans and keep her order's mission afloat.
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María Elena Velasco
Sor María Nicolasa
Pancho Córdova
Comisario
Martha Roth
Madre superiora
Ahui Camacho
El Greñas
Rebeca Silva
Sor Esperanza
Pedro de Urdimalas
El Greñudo, papá de El Greñas
Lupita Pallás
Sor
Elsa Linares
Tomas I. Jaime
Yula Pozo
Sor
Alfonso Zayas
Borracho en la cantina
Juan Garza
Borracho en la cantina
Jorge Zamora
Güero, el cantinero
Alejandra Ramírez
Guillermo Ayala
Borracho en la cantina
Josefina Holguín
Ángela Rodríguez
Reclusa carcel
Agustín Gómez
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fernando Cortés
- Screenplay & Story
- Fernando Cortés
- Original Score
- Sergio Guerrero
- Original Title
- La madrecita
- Country of Origin
- Mexico
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Production Studios
- Diana Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fernando Cortés
Fernando Cortés
Sergio Guerrero
Fernando Colín
Sergio Soto
Fernando de Fuentes Jr.
Department Leadership Roster
Fernando Cortés
Director
Fernando Cortés
Writer
Sergio Guerrero
Original Music Composer
Fernando Colín
Director of Photography
Sergio Soto
Editor
Raúl Cárdenas
Production Design
Fernando de Fuentes Jr.
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About La madrecita
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is La madrecita about?
María Nicolasa decides to dedicate her life to the faith and enter a convent as a novice. However, her impulsive nature, unmistakable naivety, and unconventional methods immediately disrupt the nuns' rigid routine. Upon learning of the serious financial troubles threatening the local orphanage, the amusing novice does not hesitate to get involved in all sorts of zany situations, confronting thieves, loan sharks, and authorities alike to protect the orphans and keep her order's mission afloat.
Who directed La madrecita?
La madrecita was directed by Fernando Cortés.
Who stars in La madrecita?
The principal cast of La madrecita includes María Elena Velasco, Pancho Córdova, Martha Roth, Ahui Camacho, Rebeca Silva.
When was La madrecita released and how long is it?
La madrecita was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.
Who composed the musical score for La madrecita?
The original motion picture soundtrack for La madrecita was composed by Sergio Guerrero.