Amparo
Synopsis
Colombia, 1990’s. A single mother attempts to keep her family together after her son is drafted by the army and assigned to the front in the country’s most dangerous war zone. To do this, she embarks on a journey against time in a society ruled by men, corruption and violence.
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Amparo (2021) | Trailer | Simón Mesa SotoOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-09-16
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Sandra Melissa Torres
Amparo
Luciana Gallego Alvarez
Karen
Diego Alejandro Tobon
Elias
John Jairo Montoya Mazo
Aracely Aranzazu
Amparo's Mother
William Alberto Montoya
Rodrigo, Karen's Father
Carlos Alberto Zuluaga
Sgt. Arango
Mariana Rojas Muñoz
Nora
Carlos Alberto Gallego
Adolfo
Hector Gonzalez
Don Roberto
Jose Vicente Vanegas
Sgt. Garcia
Jorge Ivan Clavijo
Don Hermes
Claudia Esleny Galeano
Juliet, Victor's Wife
Ariel Diaz
Bartender
Luz Dary Hoyos Perez
Vicky
Luz Mery Sanchez Perez
Andrea
Angelo de la Cruz
Don Alberto
Lidys Johanna Florez Cortes
Piedad
Release History & Theatrical Window
Karlovy Vary International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Simón Mesa Soto
- Screenplay & Story
- Simón Mesa Soto
- Original Score
- Benedikt Schiefer
- Original Title
- Amparo
- Country of Origin
- Colombia, Germany, Sweden
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Ocúltimo, Momento Film, Flare Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Simón Mesa Soto
Simón Mesa Soto
Benedikt Schiefer
Juan Sarmiento G.
Ricardo Saraiva
Juan Sarmiento G., Hector Ulloque Franco, Simón Mesa Soto, Manuel Ruiz Montealegre, Alejandro Ríos Aristizabal
Department Leadership Roster
Ricardo Saraiva
Editor
Simón Mesa Soto
Writer
Juan Sarmiento G.
Producer
Simón Mesa Soto
Director
Simón Mesa Soto
Producer
Alejandro Ríos Aristizabal
Producer
Jenny David
Producer
Benedikt Schiefer
Original Music Composer
Juan Sarmiento G.
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Amparo
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Amparo about?
Colombia, 1990’s. A single mother attempts to keep her family together after her son is drafted by the army and assigned to the front in the country’s most dangerous war zone. To do this, she embarks on a journey against time in a society ruled by men, corruption and violence.
Who directed Amparo?
Amparo was directed by Simón Mesa Soto.
Who stars in Amparo?
The principal cast of Amparo includes Sandra Melissa Torres, Luciana Gallego Alvarez, Diego Alejandro Tobon, John Jairo Montoya Mazo, Aracely Aranzazu.
When was Amparo released and how long is it?
Amparo was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for Amparo?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Amparo was composed by Benedikt Schiefer.