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Cachorro (2004): Ratings & Plot

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Cachorro is a 2004 comedy drama directed by Miguel Albaladejo. It runs 1 hour 39 minutes. Critics gave it 63 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.1/10.

IMDb rating
7.1/10
Metascore
63
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Cachorro (2004) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 39m (99 min)
Genres
Drama , Comedy
Original language
Spanish
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Cachorro About?

The premise of Cachorro without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Pedro's busy life is disrupted when he unexpectedly becomes the guardian of his energetic nephew, Bernardo. Suddenly facing the challenges of single parenthood, Pedro finds his social life taking a backseat as he adjusts to caring for the young boy. He relies on the humorous advice of his friends as they both learn to build a new and loving family dynamic together.

Cachorro Themes & Keywords

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Crew

The Director of Cachorro

Directed by Miguel Albaladejo.

From the director

More from Miguel Albaladejo

More films directed by Miguel Albaladejo: Born to Suffer, My Quick Way Out, Bear Cub and Rancour.

Full filmography
Ratings

Cachorro Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Cachorro 63 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.1/10.

Plot

Cachorro Plot Summary

What happens in Cachorro from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Violeta (Elvira Lindo) embarks on a journey to India, leaving her 10-year-old son Bernardo (David Castillo) in the care of her brother Pedro (José Luis García Pérez), a flamboyant gay dentist based in Madrid. Pedro is in the middle of a chaotic party when Violeta departs, showcasing the contrast between their lifestyles. Known for her laid-back, bohemian approach to life, Violeta assures Bernardo that her stay in India will be brief, despite the unpredictable circumstances that often define her priorities.

Full summary

The whole story of Cachorro, scene by scene

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Quiz

How Well Do You Know Cachorro?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Details

Cachorro Also Known As

8 alternative titles, including “Bearcub” and “Filhote”.

Also known as
  • Bearcub
  • Filhote
  • Le gamin
  • 熊哥叔叔
  • Der Club der Bären
  • 熊崽
  • Медвежонок
  • 베어클럽

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FAQ

Cachorro FAQ: Runtime, Release Date & Director

Runtime, release date, director, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of Cachorro, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Cachorro?

Cachorro runs 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).

When was Cachorro released?

Cachorro was released on November 5, 2004.

Who directed Cachorro?

Cachorro was directed by Miguel Albaladejo.

More films by Miguel Albaladejo

How is Cachorro rated?

Cachorro has 7.1/10 on IMDb and 63 on Metacritic.

Does Cachorro have a post-credit scene?

No. Cachorro has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Cachorro in?

The original language of Cachorro is Spanish.

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