Contrabando
Synopsis
Contrabando is an adventure film. The film tells of the millionaire Hernández who smuggles weapons from the United States into Mexico. He does this because he is planning an uprising. The hotel attendant Carlos is informed of this. Hernández and his troops are defeated by the army. Carlos is acquitted and can marry his lover Lolita. The film Contrabando was shot in locations on the border with the United States, such as Tijuana, Ensenada and Playas de Rosarito. It was shot in Spanish and in English under the title Contraband. The role of Lolita was cast for the English version with Dorothy Sebastian. Contrabando's plot was inspired by an actual 1929 rebellion led by José Gonzalo Escobar.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 14, 1932
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alberto Mendez Bernal
- Screenplay & Story
- Fernando Méndez
- Original Title
- Contrabando
- Country of Origin
- Mexico
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 3m
- Production Studios
- Fox Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alberto Mendez Bernal
Fernando Méndez
Jack Fuqua
John Stone
Department Leadership Roster
Jack Fuqua
Director of Photography
John Stone
Producer
Alberto Mendez Bernal
Director
Fernando Méndez
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Contrabando.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Contrabando
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Contrabando about?
Contrabando is an adventure film. The film tells of the millionaire Hernández who smuggles weapons from the United States into Mexico. He does this because he is planning an uprising. The hotel attendant Carlos is informed of this. Hernández and his troops are defeated by the army. Carlos is acquitted and can marry his lover Lolita. The film Contrabando was shot in locations on the border with the United States, such as Tijuana, Ensenada and Playas de Rosarito. It was shot in Spanish and in English under the title Contraband. The role of Lolita was cast for the English version with Dorothy Sebastian. Contrabando's plot was inspired by an actual 1929 rebellion led by José Gonzalo Escobar.
Who directed Contrabando?
Contrabando was directed by Alberto Mendez Bernal.
Who stars in Contrabando?
The principal cast of Contrabando includes Don Alvarado, Dorothy Sebastian, Ramón Pereda, Virginia Zurí, Paul Ellis.
When was Contrabando released and how long is it?
Contrabando was released in 1932 with a total runtime of 1h 3m.