Juan Polainas 1960

Overview

Juan Polainas is a 1960 Mexican comedy film directed by René Cardona. The production has a runtime of one hour and thirty minutes and was released in Mexico on October 13, 1960. The narrative follows a protagonist described as a pathetic loser who attempts to rival the various exploits of his own twin brother during the Mexican Revolution. The film features a cast that includes Antonio Espino, who is credited as Clavillazo, as well as Eduardo de la Peña, Guillermo Rivas, and María Cardinal. While some sources identify René Cardona as the director, other records list Javier Durán in that role. The film is categorized as a comedy and is recognized in various archival databases as a feature-length motion picture. This work remains part of the mid-twentieth-century Mexican cinematic landscape, focusing on the comedic tension between two brothers set against a historical backdrop. The project is documented across multiple film reference platforms, which provide varying details regarding the specific individuals involved in its cast and crew.