Temblores (2019): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
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.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 47m (107 min)
- Director
- Jayro Bustamante
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Film Movement
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
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
· 50 tags- 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
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.
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Director Jayro Bustamante
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Juan Pablo Olyslager as Pablo -
María Telón as Rosa -
Sabrina De La Hoz as Pastora - Pablo Arenales as Abel
Also Starring in Temblores
· 8 more- Diane Bathen Isa
- Enrique Argüello Luis
- Magnolia Morales Cristina
- Mara Martinez Eva
- Rui Frati Pastor
- Sergio Luna Salvador
- Pedro Javier Silva Lira
- Mauricio Armas
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).
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.
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IMDb 6.6 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 88% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 76%
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Metacritic 76 Metascore
User score 5.1
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TMDB 65% User score
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Letterboxd 3.5 /5
2 ratings
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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.
Worldwide gross
$121.8K
- US & Canada
- $23.9K
- International
- $97.9K
Temblores Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Temblores.
Temblores Also Known As
10 alternative titles, including “Tremblements” and “震向性教育”.
- Also known as
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- Tremblements
- 震向性教育
- Chvění
- Chvenie
- 震荡
- Дрожь
- Tremores
- 트레머스, კანკალი
- Δονήσεις
- Tremolors
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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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