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The Rich Also Cry 1979

★ 5.8/10 · 22 votes NR DramaSoap 1 seasons · 248 eps Ended
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What is The Rich Also Cry?

Los ricos también lloran is a Mexican telenovela produced in 1979. The series was produced by Valentín Pimstein and Carlos Romero, with direction by Rafael Banquells.

Type
TV series
Year
1979
Status
Ended
Episodes
248
First aired
Apr 9, 1979
Last aired
Mar 21, 1980
Original language
ES
Origin
MX
Networks
Las Estrellas
Genres
Drama, Soap
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Los ricos también lloran is a Mexican telenovela produced in 1979. The series was produced by Valentín Pimstein and Carlos Romero, with direction by Rafael Banquells. The storyline was written by Inés Rodena and adapted by Valeria Philips. The main cast included Verónica Castro, Rogelio Guerra and Rocío Banquells. Verónica Castro performed the theme song Aprendí a Llorar, which was written by Lolita de la Colina. This production became one of the notable telenovelas of its time, featuring the popular actress Verónica Castro in a leading role. The show was directed by Rafael Banquells and featured a storyline crafted by established writers in the genre. The telenovela format allowed for dramatic storytelling that engaged audiences throughout its run. The production team included Chilean producer Valentín Pimstein alongside Mexican producer Carlos Romero. The musical contribution by Verónica Castro added to the show's cultural impact. The series represented the collaborative effort of multiple creative professionals in the Mexican television industry during the late 1970s.

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“A classic Mexican telenovela exploring the lives and struggles of the wealthy and the poor.”

Reasons to watch
  • features iconic performances by Veronica Castro
  • showcases a foundational era of Mexican television production
Keep in mind
  • dated production values typical of late 1970s television

Watch it if you enjoy foundational telenovelas that defined the genre in Latin America.

The series contains standard dramatic themes and emotional storytelling typical of the telenovela format.

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Frequently asked questions

When was the series produced?

The series was produced in Mexico in 1979.

Who stars in the show?

The telenovela stars Veronica Castro, Rogelio Guerra, and Rocio Banquells.

Who directed the series?

The series was directed by Rafael Banquells.

Who wrote the theme song?

The theme song Aprendi a Llorar was written by Lolita de la Colina and performed by Veronica Castro.

Who produced the show?

The telenovela was produced by Valentin Pimstein and Carlos Romero.