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The Liberator

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2013 | 119 min | Drama, History

Weeknight Watchearly rating

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

With almost no lasting buzz and a box office loss, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for history buffs. If you loved Mr. Turner, start here.
The mood
Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 59 min.
What might put you off
  • Rated R: meant for adults.
  • It's in Spanish, so expect subtitles (or a dub).

Bolívar was instrumental in Latin America’s struggle for independence from the Spanish Empire, and is today considered one of the most influential politicians and emancipators in American history. Libertador is told from the viewpoint of Bolívar, portrayed by Ramírez, about his quests and epic military campaigns, which covered twice the territory Alexander the Great conquered, and his vision to unify South America.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsSolid

    51 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesSolid

    6.8 out of 10

  • AwardsWeak

    0 wins and 1 nomination from smaller awards and festivals

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $2 million worldwide on a $50 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 12K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Alberto Arvelo

  • Edgar RamírezSimón Bolívar
  • María ValverdeMaría Teresa Bolívar
  • Iwan RheonDaniel O'Leary
  • Danny HustonTorkington
  • Imanol AriasJuan Domingo de Monteverde
  • Gary LewisJames Rooke
  • Juana AcostaManuela Saenz
  • Leandro ArveloFernando
  • Erich WildpretAntonio José de Sucre
  • Dacio CaballeroSoldado irlandes