Magdalena Viraga (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1986, Magdalena Viraga is a drama film directed by Nina Menkes, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. Story of A Red Sea Crossing. Shot in the bars and seedy hotels of East LA, this film is about the inner life of a prostitute imprisoned for killing her pimp.
Who’s in it. Magdalena Viraga stars Dave Gist as Trick, Scott Edmund Lane as John and Tinka Menkes.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Magdalena Viraga has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on DocAlliance Films, Metrograph and Eternal Family and rent or buy it from DocAlliance Films. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Magdalena Viraga page.
If you liked it. Fans of Magdalena Viraga tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Magdalena Viraga (1986)?
- In US, Magdalena Viraga is available to stream on DocAlliance Films, Metrograph and Eternal Family, and rent or buy from DocAlliance Films. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Magdalena Viraga worth watching?
- Magdalena Viraga holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Magdalena Viraga?
- Magdalena Viraga stars Dave Gist, Scott Edmund Lane and Tinka Menkes.