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El dinero no es la vida

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1952 | 100 min | Drama

Monday Morning Maybeearly rating

Why it’s a Monday Morning Maybe

With a box office flop and almost no lasting buzz, this one could be a tough watch. Keep your phone handy.

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

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who loves a strong drama.
The mood
Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 40 min.
What might put you off
  • It's in Spanish, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
  • Made in 1952: an older pace and style.

A humble bartender falls into a world of gambling and vices, losing everything.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsNot counted

    Not enough reviews on record yet

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsNot counted

    Awards data unavailable, so this isn't counted

  • Reach & staying powerWeak

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    Not enough engagement data yet

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Cast & crew

Directed by José Díaz Morales

  • Emilio Tuero
  • Chula Prieto
  • Andrea Palma
  • Rodolfo Acosta
  • Liliana Durán
  • Carlos Valadez
  • José Baviera
  • Alfredo Varela
  • José Luis Aguirre
  • Nono Arsu