Piñero (2001): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
Piñero is a 2001 biographical drama directed by León Ichaso, starring Benjamin Bratt. It runs 1 hour 43 minutes and earned $275,171 worldwide. Critics gave it 40 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.2/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 43m (103 min)
- Director
- León Ichaso
- Original language
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English - Studio
- New Films International
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Piñero About?
The premise of Piñero without spoilers.
The story follows the life of Tony Award-nominated playwright Miguel Piñero, a figure who significantly impacted the urban landscape. From his time incarcerated in Sing-Sing prison to achieving recognition as a literary icon, Piñero's journey was marked by both creative passion and personal struggles. His pioneering contributions to the worlds of rap and hip-hop further illustrate his artistic genius and unwavering drive.
Piñero Themes & Keywords
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- character name as title
- middle pinero character
- one word title
- surname as title
- reference to robert de niro
- bisexual character
- gay character
- fame
- year 1968
- hip hop music
- broke
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- nuyorican
- boyfriend girlfriend relationship
- homelessness
- jazz music
- substance abuse
- soul music
- homosexual character
- bisexuality
- bare chested man
- poet
- year 1972
- director writer
- joseph papp character
- mentor protege relationship
- pop music
- doom
- emigre
- rise and fall
- immigrant
- reference to short eyes the play
- manic behavior
- aspiring actress
- poet playwright actor
- salsa music
- bisexual protagonist
- bisexual man
- bisexual
- bisexual male protagonist
- sing sing
- drugs
- latino
- theft
- new york city
- hip hop
- genius
- prison
- poetry
- jail
Piñero Cast
Benjamin Bratt stars in Piñero. Directed by León Ichaso.
- Director León Ichaso
More from León Ichaso
More films directed by León Ichaso, best-rated first: El cantante and Sugar Hill.
Piñero Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Piñero 40 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.2/10.
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IMDb 6.2 /10
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Metacritic 40 Metascore
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TMDB 63% User score
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Piñero Box Office
Piñero grossed $275,171 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$275.2K
- US & Canada
- $275.2K
Piñero Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Piñero.
Piñero Also Known As
3 alternative titles, including “Pinero” and “Пинеро”.
- Also known as
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- Pinero
- Пинеро
- 파이네로
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Piñero FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Piñero, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Piñero?
Piñero runs 1 hour 43 minutes (103 minutes).
When was Piñero released?
Piñero was released on December 14, 2001.
Who directed Piñero?
Piñero was directed by León Ichaso.
More films by León Ichaso Who is in the cast of Piñero?
Piñero stars Benjamin Bratt.
How much did Piñero make at the box office?
Piñero grossed $275,171 worldwide.
How is Piñero rated?
Piñero has 6.2/10 on IMDb, 40 on Metacritic and 63% on TMDB.
Does Piñero have a post-credit scene?
No. Piñero has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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