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Illiterate (2013): Cast

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Illiterate is a 2013 drama directed by Moisés Sepúlveda, starring Paulina García as Ximena, Valentina Muhr and Alejandro Trejo. It runs 1 hour 13 minutes.

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Illiterate (2013) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 13m (73 min)
Genre
Drama
Original language
Spanish
Studio
Planta
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Illiterate About?

The premise of Illiterate without spoilers.

Ximena, a woman in her fifties, has carefully concealed her illiteracy, living a solitary life. Jackeline, a young and unemployed elementary school teacher, attempts to persuade Ximena to enroll in reading classes, facing considerable resistance. A breakthrough occurs when Jackeline discovers a cherished letter from Ximena’s father, who abandoned her years ago. This shared discovery sparks a journey of learning and understanding, revealing the many facets of illiteracy and the challenges faced by both women.

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Cast & crew

Illiterate Cast & Characters

Paulina García leads the cast as Ximena, with Valentina Muhr as Jackeline and Alejandro Trejo as Store Owner. Directed by Moisés Sepúlveda; 15 actors are credited in all.

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More from Moisés Sepúlveda

One more film directed by Moisés Sepúlveda: Gran Avenida.

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Illiterate Also Known As

Also known as “The Illiterate”.

Also known as
  • The Illiterate

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Illiterate FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

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

How long is Illiterate?

Illiterate runs 1 hour 13 minutes (73 minutes).

When was Illiterate released?

Illiterate was released on September 7, 2013.

Who directed Illiterate?

Illiterate was directed by Moisés Sepúlveda.

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Who is in the cast of Illiterate?

Illiterate stars Paulina García as Ximena, Valentina Muhr as Jackeline and Alejandro Trejo as Store Owner, among 15 credited actors.

Does Illiterate have a post-credit scene?

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

What language is Illiterate in?

The original language of Illiterate is Spanish.

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