Rattlesnake (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1977, Rattlesnake is a drama and documentary film directed by Raúl Araiza, running about 105 minutes. “An anguish lived and filmed second by second...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A filmmaker is commissioned to film a documentary on the social reality of the Lacandon people in the state of Chiapas. As he enters the harsh living conditions of this indigenous community, his social conscience forces him to confront his superiors, who threaten to destroy his material.
Who’s in it. Rattlesnake stars Ernesto Gómez Cruz as Chankin, Raúl Ramírez as Gómez Rul, Sergio Jiménez as Alfredo Castro and Norma Herrera as Alicia, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Rattlesnake has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rattlesnake page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rattlesnake tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rattlesnake (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rattlesnake change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rattlesnake worth watching?
- Rattlesnake holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rattlesnake?
- Rattlesnake stars Ernesto Gómez Cruz, Raúl Ramírez, Sergio Jiménez, Norma Herrera and Aarón Hernán.
- When was Rattlesnake released?
- Rattlesnake was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.