Dust on the Tongue (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 2013, Dust on the Tongue is a drama film directed by Rubén Mendoza, running about 89 minutes. “Intergenerational relationships that explores the poles of tenderness and cruelty” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A grandfather, in the final stage of his existence, asks two of his grandchildren to kill him because he wants to die by the hand of someone who bears his own blood. However, the young children discover a truth that will make them take the opposite decision, keep him alive, agonizing as punishment for his past actions.
Who’s in it. Dust on the Tongue stars Jairo Salcedo as Silvio, Gabriel Mejía as Fernando, Alma Rodríguez as Luca and Richard Córdoba as Guerrilla Commander.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Dust on the Tongue has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dust on the Tongue page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dust on the Tongue tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dust on the Tongue (2013)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dust on the Tongue change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dust on the Tongue worth watching?
- Dust on the Tongue holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dust on the Tongue?
- Dust on the Tongue stars Jairo Salcedo, Gabriel Mejía, Alma Rodríguez and Richard Córdoba.
- When was Dust on the Tongue released?
- Dust on the Tongue was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.