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The Boatman

  • 2015
  • 1h 43m
IMDb RATING
5.8/10
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The Boatman (2015)
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Miguel is the perfect coyote: dedicated, single-minded, his record unblemished. His home is the winding path of the migrant: the back alley gravel, the crumbled pavement, and last - the rive... Read allMiguel is the perfect coyote: dedicated, single-minded, his record unblemished. His home is the winding path of the migrant: the back alley gravel, the crumbled pavement, and last - the river. Despite this perfect record, Miguel is no stranger to death. His nickname, "El Maldito"... Read allMiguel is the perfect coyote: dedicated, single-minded, his record unblemished. His home is the winding path of the migrant: the back alley gravel, the crumbled pavement, and last - the river. Despite this perfect record, Miguel is no stranger to death. His nickname, "El Maldito" hints of what we will soon see for ourselves, for Miguel seems haunted by the dead and dy... Read all

  • Director
    • Greg Morgan
  • Writers
    • Duke Addleman
    • Greg Morgan
  • Stars
    • Oscar Torre
    • Noemi Dunbar
    • Yvonne Delarosa
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    • IMDb RATING
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    • Director
      • Greg Morgan
    • Writers
      • Duke Addleman
      • Greg Morgan
    • Stars
      • Oscar Torre
      • Noemi Dunbar
      • Yvonne Delarosa
    • 13User reviews
    • 1Critic review
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 11 wins & 6 nominations total

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    Oscar Torre
    Oscar Torre
    • Miguel
    Noemi Dunbar
    Noemi Dunbar
    • Elena
    Yvonne Delarosa
    Yvonne Delarosa
    • Proserpina
    Carlos Montilla
    Carlos Montilla
    • Norberto
    Rogelio T. Ramos
    Rogelio T. Ramos
    • Alejandro
    Anthony L. Fernandez
    • Julian
    Julien Cesario
    • Tatooed Man
    Hugo E. Carbajal
    • Derbied Torero
    Michelle González
    Michelle González
    • Mayra
    Genia Nunez
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    Gene Gabriel
    Gene Gabriel
    • Agent Carlson
    Dean Toews
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    Johnny DeLeon
    • Tito
    Jason Alejo
    • Jose
    Graham Mackie
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    Scott Engrotti
    Scott Engrotti
    • Grey Haired Man
    Shirley M. Cortez
    Shirley M. Cortez
    • Mojada
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    • Director
      • Greg Morgan
    • Writers
      • Duke Addleman
      • Greg Morgan
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    2M85ALIVE

    Film didn't show me what it needed to

    This movie sells the idea that the Protagonist is the best smuggler in the business. I never experienced viscerally how in detail he did that, and that was a crucial part of my investment in the 1st act, all I saw were boring generic shots of a boat on the river and walking by the bush, and pretty much throughout the film it's the same thing or lack thereof. Show me that he's the best smuggler in the region, I need to experience it, I didn't, this character isn't memorable, impactful because of it, I hoped he was based on the premise and how he talked the talk in certain scenes but I never seen him walk the walk...shame!
    8Anmer93

    Really well made indie film!

    This is a really well made independent feature. It proves that you don't need a huge budget to make a decent film, these filmmakers clearly have vision and passion for the world they are creating. Check this out!
    6wandernn1-81-683274

    Build The Wall!!

    Really enjoyed the movie but really I thought the female lead was not good and distracted from the whole thing. A very interesting twist of the story which I really didn't see coming. I spent a lot of the movie wondering where it was filmed, and to see that it was filmed in the dismal part of CA called Lancaster is not a surprise. Anyone who has been there can attest!! All in all not too bad of a watch.
    9johnapplebee-95947

    Different type of movie. Must see

    Invoice glad I came across this movie. With everything going on right now with the border issues, this was great timing. This film is about a man who's really good with getting people across the border to the USA by boat. He develops issues with a drug cartel who. Some into his area creating problems. The movie is slow for a while then it gets good. Things gets really good and the movie takes off from there. Loved the way they ended it. Must see
    Phil_Chester

    A definite must-see

    A really authentic feel to the world-building in this indie gem. You can almost taste the sand in your mouth while following the characters through dry gulches and arid landscapes. Beautifully haunting soundtrack, lovely to look at and great sound design. Some memorable characters and acting make this a definite must-see.

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      To judge from the fact that Proserpina's (Yvonne DeLaRosa) knife is terribly dull and by the way she cuts the lemon wedges, it's clear that she has no idea how to cut fruit for her bar. This could point to her having inherited the motel and bar or having bought it without knowing much about the business she was getting into by purchasing it. It's a subtle way of filling in her character by either the actress or the director.

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    • Release date
      • October 16, 2015 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Official site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • La Linea
    • Filming locations
      • Lancaster, California, USA(Desert)
    • Production companies
      • Film Punk Films
      • Buffalo 8 Productions
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      • $1,200,000 (estimated)
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 43m(103 min)
    • Color
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    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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