The Living Head
La cabeza viviente
“See and Talk to the Living Head in Person!”
Synopsis
A group of archaeologists break into the tomb of an ancient Aztec general, arousing the warrior's head and sending his undead servant out to take revenge on the careless scientists.
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La cabeza viviente (trailer original)
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-04-29
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 1, 1963
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Chano Urueta
- Screenplay & Story
- Adolfo López Portillo, Federico Curiel
- Original Title
- La cabeza viviente
- Country of Origin
- Mexico
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 19m
- Production Studios
- Cinematográfica ABSA
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Chano Urueta
Adolfo López Portillo, Federico Curiel
Abel Salazar
Department Leadership Roster
Adolfo López Portillo
Screenplay
Chano Urueta
Director
Abel Salazar
Producer
Federico Curiel
Screenplay
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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 Head
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What is The Living Head about?
A group of archaeologists break into the tomb of an ancient Aztec general, arousing the warrior's head and sending his undead servant out to take revenge on the careless scientists.
Who directed The Living Head?
The Living Head was directed by Chano Urueta.
Who stars in The Living Head?
The principal cast of The Living Head includes Mauricio Garcés, Ana Luisa Peluffo, Abel Salazar, Germán Robles, Guillermo Cramer.
When was The Living Head released and how long is it?
The Living Head was released in 1963 with a total runtime of 1h 19m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Living Head?
The Living Head holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).