Watch the theatrical trailer for a glimpse into the film's themes of temptation and corruption: 01:55
: Delivers a "mesmerizing" performance as the young devotee who becomes the ultimate victim of Amaro’s cowardice. Sancho Gracia (Father Benito) o crime do padre amaro 2002 exclusive
The story follows (played by Gael García Bernal ), a 24-year-old idealistic priest newly assigned to assist the aging Father Benito . Upon arrival, Amaro’s morality is immediately tested. He discovers that Benito is laundering money from a local drug lord to build a hospital and is maintaining a long-term affair with a local woman. Watch the theatrical trailer for a glimpse into
and Catholic organizations, who called for a total boycott and government ban. Ironically, this controversy fueled its success, leading it to become Mexico's biggest box-office hit at the time, grossing approximately $16.3 million domestically and earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Foreign Language Film. Information Carlos Carrera Screenwriter Vicente Leñero Running Time 118 minutes IMDb Rating Key Controversy He discovers that Benito is laundering money from