El Mariachi (1992)

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Filmed in two weeks on a budget of 7,000 dollars, El Mariachi was one of the singular pleasures of the 1993-1994 movie season. Kind-spirited guitarist El Mariachi (Carlos M. Gallardo) simply wants to wander through life as his father and grandfather did, with a song in his heart and a smile on his lips. He wanders into a small mob-run town, guitar case in hand. It so happens that the local criminal element is awaiting the arrival of vicious hit man Azul (Reinol Martinez), who is well known for carrying his weapons in...a guitar case. Just when you think you've got a lock on what's going to happen next, director Robert Rodriguez throws us for a loop, unexpectedly alternating whimsical comedy with graphic violence. Rodriguez later retooled the plot of El Mariachi for his far more expensive (and far less satisfying) Antonio Banderas vehicle Desperado (1995). ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide

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.

Theatrical Feature Running Time:

81 mins

Complete Cast:

Director(s):

Robert Rodriguez

Writer(s):

Robert Rodriguez, Carlos Gallardo

Producer(s):

Carlos Gallardo, Robert Rodriguez

Theatrical MPAA Rating:

R(Questionable for Children, Adult Situations, Graphic Violence)

Categories:

Action / Adventure

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• 1993 - El Mariachi - Independent Spirit Awards - Best First Feature
• 1992 - El Mariachi - Sundance Film Festival - Audience Award