Paraíso escondido (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1961, Paraíso escondido is a drama, adventure and family film directed by Mauricio de la Serna, running about 86 minutes. “In the Tradition of Mark Twain Comes a Heartwarming Story of SUSPENSE, DANGER and EXCITEMENT” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Snow masses pile up in abundance on the deep snow-covered slopes. The wind has created bizarre snowdrifts on the steep mountain ridges, and further below, the Swiss pine carry the weight of this sparkling splendor. The Arlberg is the embodiment of an idyllic winter and the cradle of alpine skiing. However, this famous ski resort that connects Tyrol with Vorarlberg, offers a lot more than expected.
Who’s in it. Paraíso escondido stars María Elena Marqués as Mariana, Jorge Martínez de Hoyos as Don Lorenzo, Luis Osorno Barona Jr. as Little Boy Blue and Claudia Becker as José Chávez, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Paraíso escondido has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Paraíso escondido page.
If you liked it. Fans of Paraíso escondido tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Paraíso escondido (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Paraíso escondido change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Paraíso escondido worth watching?
- Paraíso escondido holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Paraíso escondido?
- Paraíso escondido stars María Elena Marqués, Jorge Martínez de Hoyos, Luis Osorno Barona Jr., Claudia Becker and José Chávez.
- When was Paraíso escondido released?
- Paraíso escondido was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.