The Heist (1976)
A prison system that does not regenerate, it degenerates.
In Mexico City's infamous Lecumberri prison, three drug-addicted convicts celebrate getting drugs from one of their the mothers. They are found out and locked up in the "apando," the dreaded punishment cell. Protests over the treatment of those held in the cell lead to a bloody confrontation.
Director: Felipe Cazals
Genre: Crime, Drama
Runtime: 83 min
Release Date: August 5, 1976
Cast
- Manuel Ojeda - Polonio
- Salvador Sánchez - Albino
- José Carlos Ruiz - El Carajo
- María Rojo - Meche
- Delia Casanova - La Chata
- Luz Cortázar - Madre del Carajo
- Álvaro Carcaño - Teniente
- Ana Ofelia Murguía - Celadora
- Sergio Calderón - Oficial
- César Sobrevals - Celador
Screenplay
- José Revueltas (Screenplay)
- José Revueltas
- José Agustín (Screenplay)
Music: José Revueltas, Gonzalo Curiel
Cinematography: Álex Phillips Jr.
Editing: Rafael Castanedo
Production: Conacite Uno
Country: Mexico
Language: Español
Original Language: es
Themes
Prison Brutality and Inmate Suffering, Brutal Prison Drama, Police Brutality, Justice, and Protest, Prison Riot and Anarchy
Keywords
prison, protest
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Heist about?
- In Mexico City's infamous Lecumberri prison, three drug-addicted convicts celebrate getting drugs from one of their the mothers. They are found out and locked up in the "apando," the dreaded punishment cell. Protests over the treatment of those held in the cell lead to a bloody confrontation.
- Who directed The Heist?
- The Heist was directed by Felipe Cazals.
- Who stars in The Heist?
- The Heist stars Manuel Ojeda, Salvador Sánchez, José Carlos Ruiz, María Rojo, Delia Casanova, Luz Cortázar.
- How long is The Heist?
- The Heist has a runtime of 1h 23m (83 minutes).
- What genre is The Heist?
- The Heist is a Crime, Drama film.
- Where was The Heist produced?
- The Heist was produced in Mexico.
- What are the themes of The Heist?
- The themes of The Heist include: Prison Brutality and Inmate Suffering, Brutal Prison Drama, Police Brutality, Justice, and Protest, Prison Riot and Anarchy.