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Capulina vs. the Monsters

Capulina vs. the Monsters (1974)

Aug 22, 1974 1h 27m Horror Family Fantasy Comedy Science Fiction

A very fun film dealing with the overweight comedian Capulina in yet another one of his many similar type of films. This particular film deals with Capulina trying to escape from the Mummy, Frankenstein, Dracula etc. and that is what the whole film is about: one malevolus cientific try to conquer the world using the legendary monsters, but he will need the fear of the people to give themn strenght and only one person is capable of give him enough power: Capulina.

Directed by Miguel Morayta

Cast

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Gaspar Henaine
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Gaspar Henaine

as Capulina

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Gloriella

as Zenobia

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Héctor Andremar

as

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Salvador Zea

as El Vampiro

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Guillermo Amador

as Frankenstein

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Marcos E. Contreras

as El Lobo

Nathanael León
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Nathanael León

as Sirviente

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Juan Garza

as La Momia

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Irlanda Mora

as

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Manolo Bravo

as

Crew

Director
  • Miguel Morayta
Writer
  • Alfredo Zacarías
Producer
  • Alfredo Zacarías

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Thematic Analysis

This Horror/Family/Fantasy/Comedy/Science Fiction film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Capulina vs. the Monsters presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.

Director Miguel Morayta brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 1974, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of Capulina vs. the Monsters took approximately 8 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 87 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 108 minutes long.
  • The musical score contains over 41 unique compositions.
  • Some visual effects sequences took up to 11 months to complete.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 8 weeks before filming began.

Historical Context

  • In 1974, when this film was released:
  • Economic recession and oil crises were affecting global economies.
  • Disco music dominated popular culture.
  • The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: August 22, 1974
  • Runtime: 1h 27m

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