Secret of the Andes
“There are things that just you will be able to see with the heart.”
Synopsis
Cusi is a 20th century Incan boy who lives in a high mountain valley with an old llama herder named Chuto. Chuto raised Cusi in a traditional Incan fashion, although the Spanish culture was prevalent in Peru since the conquest of the Incan Empire. Although eager for adventure, Cusi is still drawn to the home he has known all his life. Cusi sets out from his home to try to find a family, but discovers that Chuto is all the family he needs.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 15, 1999
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alejandro Azzano
- Screenplay & Story
- Alejandro Azzano, Bernardo Nante
- Original Score
- Luis Bacalov
- Original Title
- Secret of the Andes
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish, English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alejandro Azzano
Alejandro Azzano, Bernardo Nante
Luis Bacalov
Maximo Munzi
Department Leadership Roster
Alejandro Azzano
Director
Alejandro Azzano
Writer
Bernardo Nante
Writer
Luis Bacalov
Original Music Composer
Maximo Munzi
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Secret of the Andes
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What is Secret of the Andes about?
Cusi is a 20th century Incan boy who lives in a high mountain valley with an old llama herder named Chuto. Chuto raised Cusi in a traditional Incan fashion, although the Spanish culture was prevalent in Peru since the conquest of the Incan Empire. Although eager for adventure, Cusi is still drawn to the home he has known all his life. Cusi sets out from his home to try to find a family, but discovers that Chuto is all the family he needs.
Who directed Secret of the Andes?
Secret of the Andes was directed by Alejandro Azzano.
Who stars in Secret of the Andes?
The principal cast of Secret of the Andes includes David Keith, Nancy Allen, Camilla Belle, John Rhys-Davies, José Luis Alfonzo.
When was Secret of the Andes released and how long is it?
Secret of the Andes was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for Secret of the Andes?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Secret of the Andes was composed by Luis Bacalov.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Secret of the Andes?
Secret of the Andes holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).