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La rabia por dentro

La rabia por dentro (1962)

Jan 01, 1962 1h 35m Crime Drama

Tito is a swindler who plans to appropriate a large sum of money supposedly sent abroad by airplane, with the complicity of Carlos, the cashier of a big company, who must put a time bomb aboard the airplane while keeping the money. Waiting for the plan to develop, Tito enjoys the company of the North American starlet stripper Rita, but he seduces a Mexican chorus girl, and the two women eventually fight over him. What seemed to be a faultless plan starts going wrong. A scavenger takes the money without knowing, and Carlos feels remorse for having placed the bomb aboard the jet flight, and is going to confess his crime. Tito is abandoned by his lover, locates the money and takes it back, locates Carlos and kills him. Even then, he will find crime does not pay.

Directed by Raphael J. Sevilla

Cast

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June Wilkinson
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June Wilkinson

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Armando Silvestre
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Armando Silvestre

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Xavier Loyá
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Xavier Loyá

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Norma Angélica
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Norma Angélica

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Felipe de Flores

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Armando Acosta
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Armando Acosta

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Ildefonso Sánchez Curiel

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Jesús Gómez Checa

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Carlos Nieto
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Isela Vega
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Isela Vega

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Armando Sáenz

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Mario García 'Harapos'

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Crew

Director
  • Raphael J. Sevilla
  • Myron J. Gold
Writer
  • Raphael J. Sevilla
  • Myron J. Gold
Producer
  • Henry F. Ehrlich
  • Massey Cramer

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Thematic Analysis

As a dramatic work, La rabia por dentro examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.

Director Raphael J. Sevilla 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 character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 1962, 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 La rabia por dentro took approximately 4 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 95 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 144 minutes long.
  • The film contains approximately 2168 individual shots.
  • Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
  • The screenplay went through 14 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.

Historical Context

  • In 1962, when this film was released:
  • The space race between the USSR and USA was at its height.
  • Counterculture movements were challenging traditional values.
  • The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: January 1, 1962
  • Runtime: 1h 35m

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