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Vivir mata (2002): cast, story & where to watch

2002 · Film · ★ 5

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Released in 2002, Vivir mata is a comedy film directed by Nicolás Echevarría, running about 92 minutes. “Men lie...women lie too” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A romantic comedy of our times about passion, friendship and lies, on one of those days when the city and its inhabitants go crazy and anything seems possible. Diego and Silvia meet each other and fall in love thanks to their masterly lies. The morning after, with their respective friends, they remember the encounter and slowly begin to realize how sincere and honest that relationship was. When the opportunity arises, both struggle to meet again on a day in which a sudden and unusual disorder reigns in Mexico City.

Who’s in it. Vivir mata stars Daniel Giménez Cacho as Hugo, Susana Zabaleta as Silvia, Luis Felipe Tovar as Chepe and Alejandra Gollas as Regina, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Vivir mata has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Vivir mata page.

If you liked it. Fans of Vivir mata tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Vivir mata (2002)?
In US, Vivir mata is available to stream on fuboTV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Vivir mata worth watching?
Vivir mata holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Vivir mata?
Vivir mata stars Daniel Giménez Cacho, Susana Zabaleta, Luis Felipe Tovar, Alejandra Gollas and Emilio Echevarría.
When was Vivir mata released?
Vivir mata was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.