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Movie poster: Perico Ripiao (2003)
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Perico Ripiao

2003 · 94 min Comedy
7.3 / 10 · TMDB

Three convicted criminals escape from prison carrying only a güiro, a tambor and an accordion. During their journey, they meet with a bunch of interesting characters and are forced to use their musical skills to help them get home.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film constructs its comedy on the vibrant backbone of Dominican folk music, relying on the trio's musical misadventures to drive the narrative forward. It explores freedom and resilience through rhythm, where every encounter becomes a chance for a new song and a laugh.

What lingers after the credits roll is the warmth of shared melodies and the simple joy of the journey itself—a reminder that sometimes the best escape is a song. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Ángel Muñiz

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With friends over spicy snacks, when you need uncomplicated laughs and a Caribbean beat.

🎭 Cast

Raymond Pozo

Raymond Pozo

Francisco

Miguel Céspedes

Miguel Céspedes

Quepis

Manolo Ozuna

Manolo Ozuna

Mauricio

Tony Pascual

Tony Pascual

Plantation foreman

Phillip Rodríguez

Phillip Rodríguez

Manuel

Lumy Lizardo

Lumy Lizardo

Cristina, Manuel's wife

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Giovanny Cruz

General Contreras

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Fernando Coste

Arcadio

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Pancho Clisante

The narrator

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Berenice Aquino

Celia, Francisco's Wife

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