The Man and the Monster
El hombre y el monstruo
Synopsis
A failed pianist sells his soul to the devil in return for his becoming the greatest musician in the world. The catch: every time he plays he turns into a horrible monster.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 1, 1959
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rafael Baledón
- Screenplay & Story
- Alfredo Salazar
- Original Title
- El hombre y el monstruo
- Country of Origin
- Mexico
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
- Production Studios
- Cinematográfica ABSA
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rafael Baledón
Alfredo Salazar, Raúl Zenteno
Raúl Martínez Solares
Carlos Savage
Abel Salazar
Department Leadership Roster
Rafael Baledón
Director
Alfredo Salazar
Screenplay
Carlos Savage
Editor
Abel Salazar
Producer
Raúl Martínez Solares
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Man and the Monster
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Man and the Monster about?
A failed pianist sells his soul to the devil in return for his becoming the greatest musician in the world. The catch: every time he plays he turns into a horrible monster.
Who directed The Man and the Monster?
The Man and the Monster was directed by Rafael Baledón.
Who stars in The Man and the Monster?
The principal cast of The Man and the Monster includes Enrique Rambal, Martha Roth, Abel Salazar, Ofelia Guilmáin, José Chávez.
When was The Man and the Monster released and how long is it?
The Man and the Monster was released in 1959 with a total runtime of 1h 18m.