La Cucaracha (1998)

La Cucaracha (1998)
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Jack Perez directed this thriller about New Jersey office worker Walter (Eric Roberts) who quits his job and heads to Santiago, Mexico, to become a writer but instead is thrust into the role of hitman by Jose Guerra (Joaquim De Almeida). However, he finds he can't kill the falsely accused Humberto (Victor Rivers). After a gunfight, Walter manages to vacate a shallow grave in the desert and awakens in a hospital, paralyzed. Wheelchair-bound, he nevertheless sets out on a vengeful journey to find Guerra. Shown at the 1998 Cannes Film Festival. ~ Bhob Stewart, Rovi

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Starring:
Eric RobertsJoaquim de Almeida, (more)
Director(s):
Jack Perez
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Format(s):
DVD
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Synopsis of La Cucaracha

Jack Perez directed this thriller about New Jersey office worker Walter (Eric Roberts) who quits his job and heads to Santiago, Mexico, to become a writer but instead is thrust into the role of hitman by Jose Guerra (Joaquim De Almeida). However, he finds he can't kill the falsely accused Humberto (Victor Rivers). After a gunfight, Walter manages to vacate a shallow grave in the desert and awakens in a hospital, paralyzed. Wheelchair-bound, he nevertheless sets out on a vengeful journey to find Guerra. Shown at the 1998 Cannes Film Festival. ~ Bhob Stewart, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
95 mins

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Director(s):
Jack Perez
Writer(s):
Jack McManus
Producer(s):
Richard MannMichael A. Candela
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R(Adult Language, Violence)
Categories:
Mystery & Suspense
Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

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Brian C.

An incredibly griping movie. Amazing what can come out of the small film world. I was at the edge of my seat the whole time.

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