Romeo y Julieta
Synopsis
Verona's peace is disturbed by the rivalry between noble families: the Montesco and the Capuleto, irreconcilable enemies. The two families have continued fighting to make life unbearable in the Italian town. The Prince of Verona informs the chiefs that the two families respond with their lives if there are new struggles. At a ball in honor of Juliet, the daughter of Capuleto, incidentally meets Romeo, son of Montesco. Both fall in love immediately, not knowing that their love is impossible.
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Cantinflas Romeo y Julieta 01
Type: Trailer • Published 2009-07-22
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Cantinflas
Romeo
María Elena Marqués
Julieta
Ángel Garasa
Fray Lorenzo
Andrés Soler
Capulet
Emma Roldán
Lady Capulet
José Baviera
Paris
Pedro Elviro
(uncredited)
Conchita Gentil Arcos
(uncredited)
Rafael Icardo
(uncredited)
Tito Junco
(uncredited)
Manuel Noriega
(uncredited)
José Ortiz de Zárate
(uncredited)
Jorge Reyes
(uncredited)
Humberto Rodríguez
(uncredited)
Estanislao Schillinsky
(uncredited)
Juan García
(uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 6, 1944
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Miguel M. Delgado
- Screenplay & Story
- William Shakespeare, Jaime Salvador
- Original Score
- Manuel Esperón
- Original Title
- Romeo y Julieta
- Country of Origin
- Mexico
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- POSA Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Miguel M. Delgado
William Shakespeare, Jaime Salvador
Manuel Esperón
Jack Draper
Fernando Martínez
Jacques Gelman, Santiago Reachi
Department Leadership Roster
Miguel M. Delgado
Director
Fernando Martínez
Editor
Jacques Gelman
Producer
Jaime Salvador
Writer
Santiago Reachi
Producer
Manuel Esperón
Original Music Composer
Jack Draper
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Romeo y Julieta
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What is Romeo y Julieta about?
Verona's peace is disturbed by the rivalry between noble families: the Montesco and the Capuleto, irreconcilable enemies. The two families have continued fighting to make life unbearable in the Italian town. The Prince of Verona informs the chiefs that the two families respond with their lives if there are new struggles. At a ball in honor of Juliet, the daughter of Capuleto, incidentally meets Romeo, son of Montesco. Both fall in love immediately, not knowing that their love is impossible.
Who directed Romeo y Julieta?
Romeo y Julieta was directed by Miguel M. Delgado.
Who stars in Romeo y Julieta?
The principal cast of Romeo y Julieta includes Cantinflas, María Elena Marqués, Ángel Garasa, Andrés Soler, Emma Roldán.
When was Romeo y Julieta released and how long is it?
Romeo y Julieta was released in 1943 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Romeo y Julieta?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Romeo y Julieta was composed by Manuel Esperón.