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Release Year: 2014
Nation: Mexico
Alternative Title: Gueros, グエロス, Гуэрос
Director: Alonso Ruizpalacios
Writer: Alan Page, Alonso Ruizpalacios, Gibrán Portela
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Companies: Catatonia Films, Consejo Nacional para la Cultura y las Artes, Estudios Churubusco Azteca, Instituto Mexicano de Cinematografía
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Road Movie
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Keywords: 1990s, brother brother relationship, coming of age, dramedy, mexico city, mexico, musician, road movie, strike
In Mexico City during the 1999 student strikes, Tomas, struggling with his rebellious behavior at home, is sent by his mother to live with his older brother Federico, known as 'Sombra'. The two brothers embark on a journey through the city, seeking out an aging legendary musician. Along the way, they encounter various challenges and experiences that bond them together.
Directed by Alonso Ruizpalacios in 2014, 'Güeros' is a coming-of-age tale set amidst the backdrop of the 1999 student strikes in Mexico City. Shot in black-and-white, the film captures the youthful exuberance and camaraderie of two brothers navigating their newfound bond during an uncertain time. While not much is revealed about the musician they're searching for or the specifics of the strike, 'Güeros' is a road movie that explores themes of brotherhood, growing up, and finding one's place in the world.
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