El Mariachi

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Johnathon W @Hoppynsc Aug 28, 2026 Solid indie film that while known more for how little it cost over the actual film, still makes for some entertaining viewing. The cast is solid though you can tell they are mostly amateurs while the real star is Robert Rodriquez, who with reportedly just $7000, made a pretty good action film. The premise is superb with an mariachi singer being confused for a hitman while the action is solid. Plus, it is under a tight 90 minutes. While its budget does show, it is still an impressive film that launched Rodriguez's career. See more

Chris S @Janomi Jul 28, 2026 El Mariachi is really solid because Robert Rodriguez gets so much movie out of almost nothing. The rough, scrappy quality becomes part of its charm, and you can feel the creativity in every workaround. A musician being mistaken for a killer carrying a guitar case full of weapons is a clean, instantly engaging action hook. Carlos Gallardo gives the film an unpolished but likable center as the Mariachi. He feels ordinary enough to make the danger funny and tense, but still believable once the action begins. The shootouts and chases are not polished, but they have hungry, handmade energy. The story is simple and the budget shows, but that is part of the appeal. El Mariachi is raw, inventive, and a great early showcase for Rodriguez’s pulp style. See more

Jack F @MovieFan111 Feb 16, 2026 Rodriquez's first feature film. I unfortunately have to say I didn't like it. Probably due to the fact I watched it without subtitles, so not knowing what they were saying played a big part. But also the scenes between El Mariachi and the woman were boring. I don't want to say anything bad because Rodriguez is one of my favorite directors. His Mexico trilogy is a great addition to cinema in general. The camerawork was unique and interesting. See more

Joy B. @9mr_0 Jan 10, 2026 فلم جميل . قصة رائعه و سرد المخرج كان غريب و مختلف . الممثلين ادائهم كان رائع و تطور الشخصيات متزن . التصوير كان رائع و الموسيقى جيده. See more

thiago s @Thiagostone Mar 1, 2025 Filme mais ou menos, o roteiro é fraco, a história do filme ficou meio fraca, as cenas são bacaninhas, mas o elenco quase não ajudou em nada no filme. See more

chris h @RT26751167 Jan 13, 2025 Great movie and at the time a 23 year old director.on a budget of 7 k...yes...7k....200k post production.The first in the trilogy that later had desperado and once upon a time in mexico.Must see. See more

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