The Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez
2012 film
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The Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez is a 2012 American Western film written and directed by Elia Petridis, and starring Ernest Borgnine[1] in his final role.[2]
Directed byElia Petridis
Written byElia Petridis
Produced by
- Darren Brandl
- Dave O'Brien
- Elia Petridis
Starring
| The Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez | |
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| Directed by | Elia Petridis |
| Written by | Elia Petridis |
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| Cinematography | Eric Leach |
| Edited by | Terel Gibson |
| Music by | Ruy Folguera |
Production company | Filmatics |
| Distributed by | Indican Pictures |
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Running time | 99 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Plot
A retired radio disc jockey/actor (Ernest Borgnine) is forced to enter a nursing home, where he unexpectedly finds the respect and acclaim that eluded him throughout his long career.
Cast
- Ernest Borgnine as Rex Page
- Barry Corbin as Walker
- Carla Ortiz as Solena
- Arturo Del Puerto as Alejandro
- Tony Plana as Dr. Dominguez
- Dale Dickey as Denise
- June Squibb as Irma
- Audrey P. Scott as Clementine
- Reynaldo Pacheco as Miguel
- Ashley Holliday as Rita
- Nathalie Kelley as Pretty Annie
- Alex Fernandez as Bandito / Paramedic
- Dylan Kenin as Cowboy
- Robert Morse as Burt
Reception
As of January 2022[update], the film holds a 40% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, based on five reviews with an average rating of 5.5/10.[3]
