18 & 1/2 Cigarettes (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2011, 18 & 1/2 Cigarettes is a drama film directed by Marcelo Tolces, running about 71 minutes. “Growing up is to resign oneself.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. "18 cigarrillos y medio" (18 Cigarettes and a half) happens during a day, time that Ezequiel takes to smoke a box of cigarettes. Almost 22 years old, neither Ezequiel or his friends are having a good time. Ezequiel knows there is no way to solve his problems, at least not an easy way to solve them, but he keeps trying to find out what he reallly wants, regardless the circumstances.
Who’s in it. 18 & 1/2 Cigarettes stars Hernán Melgarejo as Ezequiel, Alejandro Hirschfeld, Fera Szmuc and Natalia Herrero, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, 18 & 1/2 Cigarettes has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $2K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 18 & 1/2 Cigarettes page.
If you liked it. Fans of 18 & 1/2 Cigarettes tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch 18 & 1/2 Cigarettes (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for 18 & 1/2 Cigarettes change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is 18 & 1/2 Cigarettes worth watching?
- 18 & 1/2 Cigarettes holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in 18 & 1/2 Cigarettes?
- 18 & 1/2 Cigarettes stars Hernán Melgarejo, Alejandro Hirschfeld, Fera Szmuc, Natalia Herrero and Sergio Noguer.