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Perpetuum Mobile (2009): cast, story & where to watch

2009 · Film · ★ 2.7

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Released in 2009, Perpetuum Mobile is a drama film directed by Nicolás Pereda, running about 87 minutes.

What it’s about. An itinerant mover works from the streets of Mexico City with his partner and lives with his beleaguered mother. A heightened tension within the home – by the absent older brother and unmentioned father. Gabino's casual pursuit of a career is interrupted by a series of intense and almost satirically telenovela-esque domestic vignettes.

Who’s in it. Perpetuum Mobile stars Gabino Rodríguez as Gabino, Teresa Sánchez as Madre (as Teresa Sanchez) and Francisco Barreiro as Paco.

How it landed. With an audience score of 2.7/10, Perpetuum Mobile has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on DocAlliance Films and rent or buy it from DocAlliance Films. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Perpetuum Mobile page.

If you liked it. Fans of Perpetuum Mobile tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Perpetuum Mobile (2009)?
In US, Perpetuum Mobile is available to stream on DocAlliance Films, and rent or buy from DocAlliance Films. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Perpetuum Mobile worth watching?
Perpetuum Mobile holds an audience score of 2.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Perpetuum Mobile?
Perpetuum Mobile stars Gabino Rodríguez, Teresa Sánchez and Francisco Barreiro.
When was Perpetuum Mobile released?
Perpetuum Mobile was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.