Contra la Corriente (1936)
In 1935, former Hollywood silent film star Ramón Novarro (of Durango, Mexico) joined the ranks of adventurous Spanish-speaking, risk-taking producers by writing, directing and producing through his R.N.S. Productions this romantic comedy set in Los Angeles. The film, shot in collaboration with members of his extensive family—brothers Antonio (assistant director) and Eduardo Samaniego (art director), sister Carmen Samaniego (actress), and uncle Ramón Guerrero (actor)—centers on the romance of the rich Rosalía (Luana Alcañiz) and the poor Alberto, a swimmer played by real life Argentinian swimmer José A. Caraballo, who, like the character in the film, had competed in the 1932 Los Angeles Summer Olympic Games.
Director: Ramon Novarro
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 89 min
Release Date: March 6, 1936
Cast
- José A. Caraballo - Alberto
- Luana Alcañiz - Rosalía
- Alma Real - Dolores Palacios de Martin
- Ramón Guerrero - Frank Martin
- Marina Ortiz - Tia Pascuas
Screenplay
- Ramon Novarro (Screenplay)
Cinematography: Jerome Ash, Edward Snyder
Production: R.N.S. Productions Ltd.
Country: Mexico
Original Language: es
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Contra la Corriente about?
- In 1935, former Hollywood silent film star Ramón Novarro (of Durango, Mexico) joined the ranks of adventurous Spanish-speaking, risk-taking producers by writing, directing and producing through his R.N.S. Productions this romantic comedy set in Los Angeles. The film, shot in collaboration with members of his extensive family—brothers Antonio (assistant director) and Eduardo Samaniego (art director), sister Carmen Samaniego (actress), and uncle Ramón Guerrero (actor)—centers on the romance of the rich Rosalía (Luana Alcañiz) and the poor Alberto, a swimmer played by real life Argentinian swimmer José A. Caraballo, who, like the character in the film, had competed in the 1932 Los Angeles Summer Olympic Games.
- Who directed Contra la Corriente?
- Contra la Corriente was directed by Ramon Novarro.
- Who stars in Contra la Corriente?
- Contra la Corriente stars José A. Caraballo, Luana Alcañiz, Alma Real, Ramón Guerrero, Marina Ortiz.
- How long is Contra la Corriente?
- Contra la Corriente has a runtime of 1h 29m (89 minutes).
- What genre is Contra la Corriente?
- Contra la Corriente is a Drama film.
- Where was Contra la Corriente produced?
- Contra la Corriente was produced in Mexico.