The Secret Formula

The Secret Formula

1965•42m•6.8/10

Drama

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6.8/10(24)

A cinematographic essay, full of surreal moments and provocative scenarios related to intellectual debates about the Mexican national character.

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ES

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Released

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Cast

José Castillo

Manuel Gaitán

Pilar Islas

Nico-Nito

Paloma

Jaime Sabines

(voice)

José Tirado

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