The Beginning and the End
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“Arturo Ripstein's Masterpiece”
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The film tells the story of the Boteros, a middle-class Mexican family struggling against poverty after their father's death. Ignacia (Egurrola) is the Boteros mother, a desperate woman who chooses to sacrifice the destiny of her three older children, in order to protect Gabriel (Laguardia) the youngest one. She believes Gabriel will climb the social structure and bring back the lost fortune to the family. But destiny has other plans for the Boteros and tragedy will overcome eventually. Based on the novel of Nobel Prize winner Naguib Mahfouz.
Cast
Julieta Egurrola
as Ignacia Botero
Ernesto Laguardia
as Gabriel Botero
Bruno Bichir
as Nicolás Botero
Lucía Muñoz
as Mireya Botero
Alberto Estrella
as Guama Botero
Verónica Merchant
as Natalia
Luis Felipe Tovar
as César
Blanca Guerra
as Julia
Luisa Huertas
as Isabel
Julián Pastor
as Luján
Ernesto Yáñez
as Polvorón
Alonso Echánove
as Cariñoso
Alejandro Parodi
as Rector
Darío T. Pie
as Maurer
Luis Rábago
as Guardiola
Graciela Bernardos
as Señora
Jorge Fegán
as Absalón
Alejandra Montoya
as Tamara
Osami Kawano
as Okura
Roberto Antunez
as Genaro
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Stream The Beginning and the End online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated drama movie originally produced in Spanish and released in 1994, it's earned a solid 7.4/10 from 16 viewers worldwide.
About The Beginning and the End
“Arturo Ripstein's Masterpiece”
The film tells the story of the Boteros, a middle-class Mexican family struggling against poverty after their father's death. Ignacia (Egurrola) is the Boteros mother, a desperate woman who chooses to sacrifice the destiny of her three older children, in order to protect Gabriel (Laguardia) the youngest one. She believes Gabriel will climb the social structure and bring back the lost fortune to the family. But destiny has other plans for the Boteros and tragedy will overcome eventually. Based on the novel of Nobel Prize winner Naguib Mahfouz. Running 187 minutes.
The Beginning and the End Cast and Characters
The cast features Julieta Egurrola (as Ignacia Botero), Ernesto Laguardia (as Gabriel Botero), Bruno Bichir (as Nicolás Botero), Lucía Muñoz (as Mireya Botero), and Alberto Estrella (as Guama Botero). Their performances are a major reason The Beginning and the End has built such a passionate audience.
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The Beginning and the End flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy Spanish storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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How long is The Beginning and the End?
The Beginning and the End runs for 187 minutes (about 3.1 hours).
Is The Beginning and the End good? What's the rating?
The Beginning and the End holds a 7.4/10 rating based on 16 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of The Beginning and the End?
The main cast includes Julieta Egurrola, Ernesto Laguardia, Bruno Bichir, and Lucía Muñoz, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Beginning and the End available in Spanish?
Yes — The Beginning and the End was originally produced in Spanish and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was The Beginning and the End released?
The Beginning and the End was released in 1994.
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What is The Beginning and the End about?
The Beginning and the End is a Drama film. The film tells the story of the Boteros, a middle-class Mexican family struggling against poverty after their father's death. Ignacia (Egurrola) is the Boteros mother, a desperate woman who chooses to sacrifice the destiny of her three older children, in order to protect Gabriel (Laguardia) the youngest one. She believes Gabriel will climb the social structure and bring back the lost fortune to the family. But destiny has other plans for the Boteros and tragedy will overcome eventually. Based on the novel of Nobel Prize winner Naguib Mahfouz.
When was The Beginning and the End released?
The Beginning and the End was released on June 24, 1994. It has a runtime of 3h 7m. The film was produced by Alameda Films.
Who stars in The Beginning and the End?
The Beginning and the End stars Julieta Egurrola, Ernesto Laguardia, Bruno Bichir and Lucía Muñoz. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is The Beginning and the End available in HD?
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