When the Bull Cried (2017): cast, story & where to watch

2017 · Film · ★ 9

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Released in 2017, When the Bull Cried is a documentary film directed by Bart Goossens, running about 67 minutes.

What it’s about. Danger, toil, and superstition pervade life in a mining town high up in the Bolivian mountains. Tin is the heartbeat of the community providing jobs and livelihoods - but at considerable cost. With deaths commonplace, people make offerings to El Tio, the devil under the earth, for protection and good fortune. But when the mountain's flow of tin ebbs, further measures must be taken...

How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, When the Bull Cried sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch When the Bull Cried page.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch When the Bull Cried (2017)?
In US, When the Bull Cried is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is When the Bull Cried worth watching?
When the Bull Cried holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
When was When the Bull Cried released?
When the Bull Cried was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 67 minutes.