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Elvira, te daría mi vida pero la estoy usando

  • 2014
  • 1h 48m
IMDb RATING
6.5/10
1.6K
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Elvira, te daría mi vida pero la estoy usando (2014)
ComedyDrama

When Elvira's husband Gustavo goes out one night to buy cigarettes--and never returns, 40-year-old Elvira, mother of two children, begins a relentless pursuit of the love of her life. The cl... Read allWhen Elvira's husband Gustavo goes out one night to buy cigarettes--and never returns, 40-year-old Elvira, mother of two children, begins a relentless pursuit of the love of her life. The clues lead her to the conclusion that her husband has been in a secret relationship. The unf... Read allWhen Elvira's husband Gustavo goes out one night to buy cigarettes--and never returns, 40-year-old Elvira, mother of two children, begins a relentless pursuit of the love of her life. The clues lead her to the conclusion that her husband has been in a secret relationship. The unfortunate discovery will not stop Elvira's mission to find him.

  • Director
    • Manolo Caro
  • Writer
    • Manolo Caro
  • Stars
    • Cecilia Suárez
    • Vanessa Bauche
    • Luis Gerardo Méndez
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.5/10
    1.6K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Manolo Caro
    • Writer
      • Manolo Caro
    • Stars
      • Cecilia Suárez
      • Vanessa Bauche
      • Luis Gerardo Méndez
    • 6User reviews
    • 5Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 5 nominations total

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    Cecilia Suárez
    Cecilia Suárez
    • Elvira
    Vanessa Bauche
    Vanessa Bauche
    • Luisa
    Luis Gerardo Méndez
    Luis Gerardo Méndez
    • Ricardo
    Angie Cepeda
    Angie Cepeda
    • Eloy
    Carlos Bardem
    Carlos Bardem
    • Gustavo
    Angélica Aragón
    Angélica Aragón
    • Mamá de Elvira
    Juan Pablo Castañeda
    Juan Pablo Castañeda
    • Juan Pablo Castaneda
    Juan Carlos Colombo
    Juan Carlos Colombo
    • Don Ruti
    Alfonso Dosal
    Alfonso Dosal
    • Pepe
    Octavio Lopez
    • Octavio
    Carlos Manzo
    • Recepcionista Hotel
    Juan Pablo Medina
    Juan Pablo Medina
    • Ejecutivo
    Ruth Ovseyevitz
    • Operadora telefónica
    Silverio Palacios
    Silverio Palacios
    • Don Chuy
    Amorita Rasgado
    • Dependienta Funeraria 2
    María Elena Saldaña
    • Portera
    Mariana Treviño
    Mariana Treviño
    • Guille
    Zuria Vega
    Zuria Vega
    • Ana
    • Director
      • Manolo Caro
    • Writer
      • Manolo Caro
    • All cast & crew
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    10chico_chik21

    As a Mexican, as a human, go watch it at the cinema!

    Cecilia Suarez as I already knew is one very talented actress, and in this movie she has the opportunity to showcase her underrated talent, besides she looks GORGEOUS thorough the movie, like a golden age Hollywood actress. Her work is so organic that you believe that Elvira's struggle is real, and wish you could help her.

    Her character, Elvira is a woman with two kinds and a husband that lefts her, and now, her life is gonna change forever, having to deal with money, children and a big city. This movie shows how women support each other in life, and that one has to reinvent themselves when life doesn't go as planned, and sometimes this changes makes you realize how strong you can be. The movie has a dark them portrayed in a funny way, thanks to the cast, you can laugh at really bad situations, since it has a lot of Mexican humor. Pay attention to the guest appearances by other actors. This movie is a must see, portraits really well the medium class of the Mexican society, and how we can laugh our problems off.
    7DogePelis2015

    A good Mexican drama

    We are told a very dramatic story but one that is entertaining, in addition, it has good performances and good music.
    10cavalcantejacques

    Suavecito

    A great movie with a great character, Elvira is so funny.
    7betom64

    Almodovar for beginners

    The truth is that this film isn't half bad, it has high production values, some solid performances from the cast of women, specially Cecilia Suárez in the main role and the storyline isn't bad.

    The problem comes when the director tries too hard to emulate his hero, Pedro Almodovar, losing all of it's own identity. Even trying to include a Mexican touch on it, you can't miss the intentional references, just like his prior film, 'No se si cortarme las venas o dejármelas largas'.

    That's too bad. Maybe in his next works he can find his own voice and portrait something unique, besides trying to emulate or copy his hero.
    9Robeltrad

    Mexican Movies and How They're Made: Elvira.

    First of all, if you haven't seen this movie, you're making a huge mistake. This new film, from Mexican director, writer, and producer Manolo Caro, will make you believe again in the future of Mexican Cinema. Maybe I'm overreacting a little, but let me explain myself.

    Cecilia Suárez's performance is astounding, revealing once again her capability of making us live through her emotions on screen, and proving us why she is the best choice for the lead role. And not only Cecilia's given an amazing performance, but also every performer in this movie, Mexican actors and actresses who have worked their way in this industry over the years.

    This entire movie is filled with the drama Elvira is living, combined with the dark comedy Mexican audiences are used to. Something I find really interesting of Manolo Caro's works, is the power he has over his cast. As a director, Manolo manages to bring out the very best of every character, making it easy for the audience to feel somehow related and identified to the situations that the character goes through, not only in this film but also in his previous productions, such as "No sé si cortarme las venas o dejármelas largas" (2013), and "Amor de mis amores" (2014).

    As I said earlier in this review, Mexican Cinema is not dead, neither is going through any kind of decline or decay, the Mexican Cinema is growing and building itself up. This film, and Manolo Caro are proof of it.

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    • Trivia
      Cecilia Suárez used a wig at the beginning of the film because she cut her hair for her character at Las oscuras primaveras (2014)
    • Goofs
      When Elvira is giving directions to her home to Ricardo, she tells him to park behind the SUV (English subtitles). The shot of his car pulling up shows several car parks empty in front of the building and certainly no vehicle to park behind.
    • Soundtracks
      Piano Sonata No. 2 in B flat minor, Op. 35: Funeral March
      Written by Frédéric Chopin

      Played in the funeral home

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    • Release date
      • August 14, 2015 (Mexico)
    • Country of origin
      • Mexico
    • Official site
      • Official site
    • Language
      • Spanish
    • Also known as
      • Elvira I Will Give You My Life But I'm Using It
    • Production companies
      • Itaca Films
      • Woo Films
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      1 hour 48 minutes
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