Chicharras
Synopsis
Yuli (38) is the Topila (auxiliary police) of San Pablo Begu', a mountain community in Oaxaca where the inhabitants assume the responsibilities of self-government on a rotating basis on an honorary basis (Comunalidad) at the same time as they carry out their work and personal activities. At the entrance to the town, they hold back a group of machinery that is trying to move into the community to begin construction of a four-lane highway. No one in authority is aware of this and the community is on alert. San Pablo Begú will have to decide whether or not to accept the road project.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Morelia International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Luna Marán
- Screenplay & Story
- Rosalinda Dionisio, Julio López, Nicolás Rojas, Jenny Garcia, Yuliana Berenice, Luna Marán, Ernesto Martínez Bucio
- Original Score
- Rey Coyote, Diego Didier Ruiz Baltazar, Fernando Sandoval, Jaime Martínez Luna, Robinson García, Eduardo Díaz Méndez
- Original Title
- Chicharras
- Country of Origin
- Mexico
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Yi #Hagamos Lumbre, Sin Foko Films, Pulque Films, OA Sonido, ECAMC, Ojo de Agua Comunicación, 2 Margaritas, LEC Laboratorio Experimental de Cine, Pagamo, Grupo Crisara, Crearte, Guelatao de Juárez, Cuma, Instituto Mexicano de Cinematografía
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Luna Marán
Rosalinda Dionisio, Julio López, Nicolás Rojas, Jenny Garcia, Yuliana Berenice, Luna Marán, Ernesto Martínez Bucio
Rey Coyote, Diego Didier Ruiz Baltazar, Fernando Sandoval, Jaime Martínez Luna, Robinson García, Eduardo Díaz Méndez
Nicolás Rojas, Luna Marán
Luna Marán
Department Leadership Roster
Rosalinda Dionisio
Screenplay
Julio López
Screenplay
Luna Marán
Director
Nicolás Rojas
Editor
Nicolás Rojas
Screenplay
Jenny Garcia
Screenplay
Luna Marán
Editor
Luna Marán
Producer
Yuliana Berenice
Screenplay
Luna Marán
Screenplay
Ernesto Martínez Bucio
Screenplay
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Chicharras.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chicharras
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Chicharras about?
Yuli (38) is the Topila (auxiliary police) of San Pablo Begu', a mountain community in Oaxaca where the inhabitants assume the responsibilities of self-government on a rotating basis on an honorary basis (Comunalidad) at the same time as they carry out their work and personal activities. At the entrance to the town, they hold back a group of machinery that is trying to move into the community to begin construction of a four-lane highway. No one in authority is aware of this and the community is on alert. San Pablo Begú will have to decide whether or not to accept the road project.
Who directed Chicharras?
Chicharras was directed by Luna Marán.
Who stars in Chicharras?
The principal cast of Chicharras includes Alejandro Morales, Edmundo García Hernández, Ernesto Martínez López, Gustavo López Mendoza, Jenny Pacheco García.
When was Chicharras released and how long is it?
Chicharras was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Chicharras?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Chicharras was composed by Rey Coyote, Diego Didier Ruiz Baltazar, Fernando Sandoval, Jaime Martínez Luna, Robinson García, Eduardo Díaz Méndez.