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Temblores (2019): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Temblores is a 2019 drama directed by Jayro Bustamante, starring Juan Pablo Olyslager as Pablo, María Telón and Sabrina De La Hoz. It runs 1 hour 47 minutes and earned $121,813 worldwide. Critics gave it 88% on Rotten Tomatoes and 76 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.6/10.

IMDb rating
6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes
88%
worldwide gross
$121.8K
Echo Score
74
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Temblores (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 47m (107 min)
Director
Jayro Bustamante
Genre
Drama
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Temblores About?

The premise of Temblores without spoilers.

In Guatemala City's Evangelical Christian community, Pablo's return generates excitement. However, his announcement that he intends to leave his wife for another man sends shockwaves through his family. As Pablo explores Guatemala City's LGBTQ+ scene with Francisco, his ultra-conservative relatives struggle to understand and attempt to control him. The situation tests the family’s faith, traditions, and Pablo’s sense of identity.

Temblores Themes & Keywords

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  • homosexuality considered a disease
  • homosexuality
  • homosexuality and religion
  • gay father
  • homosexual relationship
  • homosexual sex scene
  • conversion therapy
  • coming out
  • closeted homosexual
  • evangelical
  • religious guilt
  • gay sex
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  • family disapproval
  • male frontal nudity
  • male nudity
  • male rear nudity
  • brainwashing
  • injection
  • chemical castration
  • male full frontal nudity
  • rain
  • maid
  • husband wife relationship
  • gay slur
  • sexual orientation
  • religious community
  • family relationships
  • prayer
  • belief in god
  • intolerance
  • conservative family
  • conservative morals
  • internalized homophobia
  • earthquake
  • homophobic slur
  • homophobic society
  • religious homophobia
  • shower
  • group shower
  • guatemala
  • one word title
  • religious family
  • homophobia
  • nudity
  • marital breakup
  • bourgeoisie
  • family values
  • pastor's wife
  • pastor
  • female evangelist
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Cast & crew

Temblores Cast & Characters

Juan Pablo Olyslager leads the cast as Pablo, with María Telón as Rosa and Sabrina De La Hoz as Pastora. Directed by Jayro Bustamante; 12 actors are credited in all.

Ratings

Temblores Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Temblores 88% on Rotten Tomatoes and 76 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.6/10. Our Echo Score gives it 74/100, strongest in art & craft (88) and weakest in story & flow (55).

74 /100

Temblores Echo Score Breakdown

The film offers strong visual craftsmanship and nuanced character work but falters in narrative focus, leading to uneven engagement. Critics highlight the textured depiction of contrasting environments and the compassionate portrayal of identity, while some note that the emphasis on atmosphere sometimes eclipses narrative clarity. User reactions are divided on pacing and filler scenes, affecting long-term appeal. The net impression is of a sensorially rich drama with moderate overall coherence.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 88

    In terms of art and craft, the film excels in creating textured, contrasting environments. Cinematography underscores the sanitized interiors of its central family and the vibrant streets they navigate, delivering evocative imagery. Production design and editing complement this visual palette, though the focus on individual frames sometimes detracts from broader narrative cohesion. The result is a visually compelling presentation with minor structural trade-offs.

  • Character & Emotion 80

    When it comes to character and emotion, performances are measured and empathetic. The central relationships are portrayed with nuanced compassion, illuminating the internal conflict of identity and faith. Actors convey depth through understated interactions, and emotional beats carry a mournful resonance. While a few supporting roles feel underdeveloped, the core cast anchors the film’s intimate portrayal of personal struggle.

  • Story & Flow 55

    In terms of story and flow, the film adopts an elliptical structure that foregrounds thematic resonance over plot detail. Pacing alternates between meditative family scenes and more dynamic sequences, which some viewers find engaging and others see as uneven. Narrative coherence occasionally suffers from an emphasis on atmosphere rather than clear progression. Overall, the story offers original thematic depth but registers as somewhat disjointed in execution.

  • Sensory Experience 85

    When evaluating sensory experience, the film delivers a rich soundscape and a sensuous visual style. The score and ambient sound design heighten the emotional weight of each scene, while color and lighting establish a cohesive aesthetic. Moments of silence and ambient traffic noise further immerse the viewer. This attention to audiovisual detail ensures a compelling sensory journey throughout the runtime.

  • Rewatch Factor 60

    In terms of rewatch factor, the film’s thematic subtlety and visual detail provide reasons for subsequent viewings. Nuanced character moments and textured environments invite closer examination. However, its deliberate pacing and elliptical narrative may limit appeal for audiences seeking more conventional structure. As a result, the film maintains moderate lasting appeal, with rewatch value strongest for viewers drawn to its stylistic and emotional layers.

Box office

Temblores Box Office

Temblores grossed $121,813 worldwide. $23,911 came from the US and Canada and $97,902 (80%) from the rest of the world.

2019 box office

Worldwide gross

$121.8K

US & Canada
$23.9K
International
$97.9K
US & Canada 20% Rest of the world 80%
Videos

Temblores Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Temblores.

TREMORS trailer | BFI London Film Festival 2019
Details

Temblores Also Known As

10 alternative titles, including “Tremblements” and “震向性教育”.

Also known as
  • Tremblements
  • 震向性教育
  • Chvění
  • Chvenie
  • 震荡
  • Дрожь
  • Tremores
  • 트레머스, კანკალი
  • Δονήσεις
  • Tremolors

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FAQ

Temblores FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Temblores, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Temblores?

Temblores runs 1 hour 47 minutes (107 minutes).

When was Temblores released?

Temblores was released on November 29, 2019.

Who directed Temblores?

Temblores was directed by Jayro Bustamante.

More films by Jayro Bustamante

Who is in the cast of Temblores?

Temblores stars Juan Pablo Olyslager as Pablo, María Telón as Rosa and Sabrina De La Hoz as Pastora, among 12 credited actors.

How much did Temblores make at the box office?

Temblores grossed $121,813 worldwide ($23,911 domestic, $97,902 international).

How is Temblores rated?

Temblores has 6.6/10 on IMDb, 88% on Rotten Tomatoes, 76 on Metacritic and 65% on TMDB.

Does Temblores have a post-credit scene?

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

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