Adolfo Aristarain

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Adolfo Aristarain

Born October 19, 1943 · Buenos Aires, Argentina (age 82)

Adolfo Aristarain (1943-2026) was an Argentine film director and screenwriter. He will be remembered for his thriller political films during Argentina's last dictatorship. He was also the A.D for some Argentine films from the 60s and European co-productions from the 70s.

Known For

Once Upon a Time in the WestOnce Upon a Time in the West · 1968
Once Upon a Time in the West
8.31968
MovieDramaWestern
As the railroad builders advance unstoppably through the Arizona desert on their way to the sea, Jill arrives in the small town of Flagstone with the intention of starting a new life.
Chao amorChao amor · 1968
Chao amor
1968
MovieMusicComedy
A young man falls in love with a girl who wants to be an actress, but when she succeeds, his feelings towards her change.
A Woman...A Woman... · 1975
A Woman...
10.01975
MovieDrama
After seven years in jail, a woman is released and has to re-enter society.
Wrath of the WindWrath of the Wind · 1970
Wrath of the Wind
5.11970
MovieDrama
A mute gunslinger takes on an oppressive landlord in 19th century Valencia and falls in love with a local woman.
Open SeasonOpen Season · 1974
Open Season
5.51974
MovieActionDrama
Three Vietnam vets have become so conditioned to violence that they have developed psychotic tendencies. They kidnap people, brutalize them, then turn them loose and hunt them like animals. However the father of one of their earlier victims is plotting a vicious revenge against them.
Captain ApacheCaptain Apache · 1971
Captain Apache
4.71971
MovieWestern
The title character is a US army Captain of Native American descent who is asked to investigate the murder of an Indian agent. His only clue is "April morning", the last words spoken by the victim. Can he unravel the mystery before the clock runs out?
The Blood Spattered BrideThe Blood Spattered Bride · 1972
The Blood Spattered Bride
5.81972
MovieDramaHorror
A young newlywed woman begins to have disturbing nightmares just after settling into the old mansion that has belonged to her husband's family for centuries. When her sinister dreams come true, the innocent bride is caught in a maddening maze of unspeakable horrors.
Orden de matarOrden de matar · 1965
Orden de matar
7.51965
MovieThriller
Upon learning of the murder of a friend, a police inspector sets out to take justice on his own. This attitude, contrary to his usual convictions, will gradually destroy him.

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