Balún Canán (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1977, Balún Canán is a drama film directed by Benito Alazraki, running about 117 minutes. “A strange spell sentenced her son to death” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Based on Rosario Castellanos' novel, Balún Canán is about the turmoil created by the Cardenas’ land reforms. Events occur in Chiapas on the border with Guatemala, mainly in a town called Comitán. Zoraida struggles and fights to keep her properties, inheritance for her only son. For her actions, the sorcerers of Chacjatal cast a death spell over her son.
Who’s in it. Balún Canán stars Saby Kamalich as Zoraida, Tito Junco as Jaime Rovelo, Pilar Pellicer as Matilde and Fernando Balzaretti as Ernesto, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Balún Canán has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Balún Canán page.
If you liked it. Fans of Balún Canán tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Balún Canán (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Balún Canán change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Balún Canán worth watching?
- Balún Canán holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Balún Canán?
- Balún Canán stars Saby Kamalich, Tito Junco, Pilar Pellicer, Fernando Balzaretti and Cecilia Camacho.
- When was Balún Canán released?
- Balún Canán was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 117 minutes.