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Ruta Madre 2019

“The Mother of All Road Trips”

Status
Released
Runtime
97 minutes
Director
Agustin Castaneda
Where to Stream
Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
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What is Ruta Madre?

Ruta Madre is a 2019 comedy and drama film directed by Agustin Castaneda that has a runtime of one hour and thirty-seven minutes. The film tells the story of a rite of passage where American culture and rock and roll meet the music, traditions, and beauty of Mexico.

Type
Film
Year
2019
Status
Released
Runtime
97 minutes
Release date
Jul 8, 2019
Original language
EN
Origin
Mexico, United States of America
Budget
$2,000,000
Genres
Comedy, Drama
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★ TMDB users: 4.8/10 from 15 votes
Episode runtime
~97 minutes
Status
Released
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Ruta Madre is a 2019 comedy and drama film directed by Agustin Castaneda that has a runtime of one hour and thirty-seven minutes. The film tells the story of a rite of passage where American culture and rock and roll meet the music, traditions, and beauty of Mexico. Based on a true story, the narrative chronicles the journey of Daniel, a talented young Mexican-American singer and his cynical uncle Rodrigo. After his first love, Daisy, breaks his heart, the young American singer reluctantly leaves his home in San Diego, California. He and his uncle embark on an epic road trip through Baja in order to reconnect with his Mexican roots and find himself. The cast of the film includes Paulina Gaitan, Hector Jimenez, Paul Rodriguez, and Angelica Maria.

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Should you watch it?

“A heartbroken young singer travels through Baja with his uncle to rediscover his Mexican roots.”

Reasons to watch
  • Explores the cultural connection between American and Mexican identities
  • Features a scenic road trip narrative through Baja
  • Highlights the evolving relationship between a nephew and his uncle
Keep in mind
  • The premise follows a familiar coming-of-age road trip structure

Watch it if you enjoy character-driven dramas that focus on personal growth and cultural exploration.

The film maintains a blend of comedy and drama with a runtime of one hour and thirty-seven minutes.

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Streaming availability for Ruta Madre can be checked on platforms like Plex or The Movie Database.

Is this film worth watching?

The film is worth watching for viewers interested in stories about family dynamics and cultural reconnection set against the backdrop of Baja.

How long is the movie?

Ruta Madre has a runtime of one hour and thirty-seven minutes.

Does this film have multiple episodes?

No, Ruta Madre is a feature-length film rather than a television series.

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