What is Talpa?
Talpa is a film first released in 1956. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1956
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 84 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 20, 1956
- Studios
- Cinematográfica Latina
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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Talpa is a film first released in 1956. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Cinematográfica Latina. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A brother's betrayal sparks divine vengeance in a sweeping Mexican drama.”
- Grand production values
- Strong performances by Victor Manuel Mendoza and Lilia Prado
- Explores themes of loyalty and retribution
- Pacing can feel slow
- Moral message is overt
Watch it if you appreciate classic Mexican melodramas about family and moral reckoning.
The film contains adultery and religious retribution, making it suited for mature audiences.
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Who directed Talpa?
It was directed by Alfredo B. Crevenna.
What is the main storyline?
It follows two brothers, with the younger taking over the family blacksmith business and beginning an affair with his brother's wife, leading to divine retribution.
How long is the film?
The original release runs about 87 minutes (approximately 1 hour 24 minutes).
Which actors play the brothers?
Victor Manuel Mendoza portrays the older brother Tanilo, and Jamie Fernandez plays the younger brother Estaban.
What genre does Talpa belong to?
Talpa is classified as a drama film.