Popeye: Confessions of a Hitman
Jhon Jairo „Popeye“ Velásquez
Synopsis
Meet John Jairo Velasquez, better known as Popeye - Pablo Escobar's former lieutenant. After confessing to participating in 250 murders and ordering thousands more, Popeye spent 23 years in prison before being released. At 54, he is now a star in his neighbourhood, but still a wanted man by his former enemies, making it impossible for him to move around without bodyguards.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michelle Fines, Tony Comiti
- Original Title
- Jhon Jairo „Popeye“ Velásquez
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 52m
- Production Studios
- Tony Comiti Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michelle Fines, Tony Comiti
Department Leadership Roster
Michelle Fines
Director
Tony Comiti
Director
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What is Popeye: Confessions of a Hitman about?
Meet John Jairo Velasquez, better known as Popeye - Pablo Escobar's former lieutenant. After confessing to participating in 250 murders and ordering thousands more, Popeye spent 23 years in prison before being released. At 54, he is now a star in his neighbourhood, but still a wanted man by his former enemies, making it impossible for him to move around without bodyguards.
Who directed Popeye: Confessions of a Hitman?
Popeye: Confessions of a Hitman was directed by Michelle Fines, Tony Comiti.
Who stars in Popeye: Confessions of a Hitman?
The principal cast of Popeye: Confessions of a Hitman includes Not specified.
When was Popeye: Confessions of a Hitman released and how long is it?
Popeye: Confessions of a Hitman was released in 2018 with a total runtime of 52m.