El Ansia de matar (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1987, El Ansia de matar is a notable film directed by Gilberto de Anda, running about 82 minutes.
What it’s about. This is a true story. Kicho and Maria come to Mexico looking for a better life but Maria gets killed by the guerrilla before she gets to sign the papers at the border. Kicho promises himself he will get revenge one day. At the same time a family of four gets kidnapped during a hunting trip by the same "red beret" guy who commands the guerrilla and left the father thinking hes dead. He is an experienced hunter and with Kichos help, who knows the woods very well, track down the guerrilla to rescue the rest of the family.
Who’s in it. El Ansia de matar stars Mario Almada as Roberto, Diana Golden as Lorena, Teresa Velázquez as Magda and Jorge Luke as The Captain, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, El Ansia de matar has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch El Ansia de matar page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch El Ansia de matar (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for El Ansia de matar change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is El Ansia de matar worth watching?
- El Ansia de matar holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in El Ansia de matar?
- El Ansia de matar stars Mario Almada, Diana Golden, Teresa Velázquez, Jorge Luke and Valentín Trujillo.
- When was El Ansia de matar released?
- El Ansia de matar was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.