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El Santo
as Santo, el Enmascarado de Plata
Norma Mora
as Susana Mendoza
Rubén Rojo
as Ricardo Carbajal
Roxana Bellini
as Gloria Mendoza
Claudio Brook
as Dr. Karol
José Luis Jiménez
as Professor Galvan
Víctor Velázquez
as Inspector Fernandez
Jorge Mondragón
as Police Chief
Fernando Osés
as Henchman
Nathanael León
as Henchman
Concepción Martínez
as Anciana encuentra cámara
Myron Levine
as Doctor
Cesáreo Cruz
as
Juan Garza
as
Beny Galán
as Wrestler (as Benny Galan)
Crew
Director
- Alfonso Corona Blake
- Manuel San Fernando
Producer
- Alberto López
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Science Fiction/Action/Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Santo in the Wax Museum presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Alfonso Corona Blake 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 1963, 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 Santo in the Wax Museum took approximately 29 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 92 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 128 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 5 weeks before filming began.
- The costume department created over 149 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The screenplay went through 11 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 1963, when this film was released:
- The space race between the USSR and USA was at its height.
- Social and cultural revolution was transforming Western societies.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
While Santo in the Wax Museum shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike The Way of the Gun, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, Santo in the Wax Museum subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like The Net and The Legend of Zorro explore similar territory, Santo in the Wax Museum stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: June 20, 1963
- Runtime: 1h 32m
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