Veneno (2018)
Inspired by the life of Rafael Sánchez, better known as Jack Veneno, the film follows the rise of the Dominican Republic’s most iconic professional wrestler. From humble beginnings to becoming a national hero, Veneno faces not only the battles inside the ring, but also the emotional weight of a friendship that turns into a fierce rivalry with José Manuel Guzmán, known as Relámpago Hernández. A story of ambition, pride, loyalty, and the making of a Dominican legend.
Director:
Tabaré Blanchard
Writer:
Marien Zagarella
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Manny Perez as Jack Veneno |
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Pepe Sierra as Relámpago Hernandez |
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Richard Douglas as Vampiro Cao |
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Ovandy Camilo as Silvio Paulino |
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Mario Nuñez as El Puma |
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Jaime Pina as El Tuerto |
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Yamilé Schécker as Doña Tatica |
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Xiomara Rodríguez as Doña Sion |
| Directing | Tabaré Blanchard | Director |
| Camera | Sebastián Cabrera | Director of Photography |
| Production | Riccardo Bardellino | Executive Producer |
| Production | Fernando Rivas | Producer |
| Production | Freddy Vargas | Unit Production Manager |
| Writing | Marien Zagarella | Screenplay |
| Editing | Tabaré Blanchard | Editor |
| Art | Giselle Madera | Art Direction |
| Production | Danuilli Arias | Casting Coordinator |
| Art | Tabaré Blanchard | Production Design |
| Art | Giselle Madera | Production Design |
| Art | Marcia Perez | Production Design |
| Costume & Make-Up | Gina Terc | Costume Design |
| Art | Shaina Cohen | Set Decoration |
| Sound | Luichy Guzmán | Original Music Composer |