Benjamín Cann

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Benjamín Cann

Born August 9, 1953 (age 73)

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Known For

Red MenaceRed Menace · 1985
Red Menace
6.51985
Movie
A female doctor uses the body of a young playboy to insert him the brain of his teacher, an eminent physician who she loves, in order to perpetuate his life. But something goes wrong and this broken Jesus with superhuman strength escapes and hides to avoid showing his deformity. Disguised with a wrestler's mask and cape, circumstances lead him to undertake a heroic journey.
I Don't Know For Sure, But I SupposeI Don't Know For Sure, But I Suppose · 1982
I Don't Know For Sure, But I Suppose
6.01982
MovieDrama
Dalia and Daniel are a couple running away from the noise, the pollution and the social prejudice, so they take shelter at an isolated farmhouse, which used to belong to Daniel's father. There they are, in full intimacy with each other, only with nature and their own memories. However, the monotony and the loneliness gradually deteriorates their relationship.
A Breakfast ChronicleA Breakfast Chronicle · 2000
A Breakfast Chronicle
4.72000
MovieDrama
A view of the end-of-the-century Mexican family. A father who comes back home after a long absence, but who would rather be somewhere else. A daughter suffering from a trapped pain. A son full of guilt and recriminations. A little kid who soaks up all the tension in the house, like a sponge, and a self-effacing mother who would like to go away and leave everything behind.
Peló galloPeló gallo · 1990
Peló gallo
6.01990
Movie
He kidnapped her, he raped her, and he killed herHe kidnapped her, he raped her, and he killed her · 1989
He kidnapped her, he raped her, and he killed her
6.01989
MovieCrimeComedy
Mexican feature film
The First NightThe First Night · 1998
The First Night
6.01998
MovieComedyRomance
In the middle of a city facing a new century, a group of friends between the ages of 15 and 18 live out the adventures, deceptions and anxiety of "The First Night."
Abuelita de BakmanAbuelita de Bakman · 1993
Abuelita de Bakman
5.01993
Movie
A novelist cannot create new and original stories, his wife suggests that he go out and write about the people he sees as he passes by.
Furious TimesFurious Times · 2025
Furious Times
2025
Movie
A dull man is obsessed with a woman who, fed up with him, decides to end their affair. Meanwhile, his wife struggles with the decision to divorce. In his desperation, he seeks solace from a friend, who harbors resentment over the wife's preference for the man. This friend ultimately confronts him with the harsh reality of his life.

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The Tales of Hoffman - National Opera Company (INBAL)The Tales of Hoffman - National Opera Company (INBAL) · 2021
The Tales of Hoffman - National Opera Company (INBAL)
7.02021
MovieDramaComedy
Opera in three acts, a prologue and an epilogue, by Jacques Offenbach (1819-1880), with a libretto in French by Jules Barbier (1825-1901), based on a work that Barbier himself and Michel Carré (1821-1872) had written based on stories by E.T.A. Hoffmann (1776-1822). Approximate duration: 2 h 45 min Recommended for those over 15 years old. The young poet Hoffmann, accompanied by Nicklausse, his alter ego and confidant, is in a tavern next to the theatre where Mozart's Don Giovanni is being performed. During the opera's intermission, some diners arrive at the bar who, upon seeing the poet, encourage him to sing and tell them the story of his famous love affairs. Hoffmann finally gives in and shares with them the stories of Olympia, Antonia and Giulietta. They, absorbed in the poet's stories, remain in the tavern, forgetting about the opera performance.

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DKDA: Sueños de juventudDKDA: Sueños de juventud · 1999
DKDA: Sueños de juventud
7.01999
SeriesSoap
DKDA: Sueños de juventud is a Mexican youth telenovela produced by Luis de Llano Macedo for Televisa and originally broadcast on Canal de las Estrellas from November 22, 1999, to April 28, 2000. Created by Susan Crowley and adapted by Sergio Schmucler and Carmen Sepúlveda, the telenovela stars Jan, Litzy (later replaced by Andrea Torre), María Sorté, Otto Sirgo, and Eugenia Cauduro. The series was conceived around a fictional pop group and blends music with teen drama. The story follows Rodrigo Arias and Laura Martínez, two teenagers brought together by the successful pop group DKDA. As they pursue their musical dreams, they face romance, rivalries, family conflicts, jealousy, and personal challenges. Alongside their friends and bandmates, they learn about love, friendship, loyalty, and the responsibilities that come with fame while navigating the ups and downs of youth.

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Pueblo chico, infierno grandePueblo chico, infierno grande · 1997
Pueblo chico, infierno grande
8.01997
SeriesDrama
Pueblo chico, infierno grande is a Mexican historical telenovela produced by José Alberto Castro for Televisa and originally broadcast on Canal de las Estrellas from January 6 to August 1, 1997. Created by Javier Ruán and adapted by Javier Ruán, Mario Hernández, and Sergio Schmucler, the telenovela is based on a true story about Leonarda Ruán. It stars Verónica Castro, Juan Soler, and Guillermo Capetillo. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows Leonarda Ruán, a wealthy widow from the town of Nahuatzen who falls in love with Genaro Onchi, a young man from a humble background. Their relationship faces strong opposition from society, family conflicts, jealousy, and the return of people from Leonarda's past who try to separate them. As secrets and rivalries emerge, Leonarda and Genaro fight to protect their love against the judgment and traditions of their small town.

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Buscando el paraísoBuscando el paraíso · 1993
Buscando el paraíso
8.51993
SeriesDramaAction & Adventure
Buscando el paraíso is a Mexican youth telenovela produced by Luis de Llano Macedo and Marco Flavio Cruz for Televisa and originally broadcast on Canal de las Estrellas from November 8, 1993, to April 1, 1994. Directed by Benjamín Cann, the telenovela stars Pedro Fernández and Yolanda Andrade, with Karla Álvarez and Alejandro Ibarra in antagonist roles. The story follows Dalia and Andrea Montero Machado, two sisters with very different personalities. While Andrea is confident and charismatic, Dalia is shy and insecure. Dalia secretly falls in love with Ángel, Andrea's former boyfriend, who begins a relationship with her only to hurt her. After being abandoned and discovering she is pregnant, Dalia finds support in Julio, a humble and hardworking young man. However, jealousy, betrayal, and unresolved feelings threaten their chance at happiness.

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Una luz en el caminoUna luz en el camino · 1998
Una luz en el camino
7.01998
SeriesFamilyDrama
Una luz en el camino is a Mexican children's telenovela produced by Mapat L. de Zatarain for Televisa and originally broadcast on Canal de las Estrellas from March 30 to July 31, 1998. It is an adaptation of the Argentine children's telenovela El árbol azul (1991–1992), created by Mario L. Mortheo and adapted for Mexican television by Alejandro Orive and Carlos Daniel González. The story follows Luciana, a young girl who loses her mother at an early age and longs to have a loving family again. After meeting child psychologist Marcela, she becomes determined to bring her and her widowed father, Rodrigo, together. Along the way, they must overcome grief, misunderstandings, and the schemes of the ambitious Astrid, who seeks to marry Rodrigo for his fortune.

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