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The Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez (2012)
Director: Elia Petridis
Cast: Ernest Borgnine, Barry Corbin, Carla Ortiz, Arturo del Puerto
Runtime99 min
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Rex is an old man who is bitter about never becoming famous and having lived a life without any meaning. After suffering a stroke, he ends up in a nursing home staffed by Latin American immigrants. Put off by the situation, he focuses his energy on getting out, which places him at odds with the Latino workers. However, their relationship takes on new meaning when it is discovered that he once shook hands with Vicente Fernandez, a Mexican singer, producer and actor idolized throughout Latin culture. The employees soon begin to treat Rex like the celebrity he's always dreamed of being.
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The Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez is a 2012 comedic drama directed by Elia Petridis that received mixed reviews, with critics divided on its treatment of cultural themes. While the film did not receive major awards recognition, it has garnered a modest 6.2/10 rating on IMDb, indicating moderately positive audience reception.
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This unique blend of western, comedy, and drama, directed by Elia Petridis in 2012, offers a poignant and often humorous exploration of identity, celebrity, and the immigrant experience. Featuring a standout performance by the legendary Ernest Borgnine, the film is a heartwarming and insightful look at how one man's brush with fame transforms his relationships and sense of self.
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The Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez is a 2012 American Western film written and directed by Elia Petridis, and starring Ernest Borgnine in his final role.
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