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 |
| Camera | Sebastián Cabrera | Director of Photography |
| Directing | Tabaré Blanchard | Director |
| Editing | Tabaré Blanchard | Editor |
| Production | Fernando Rivas | Producer |
| Production | Danuilli Arias | Casting Coordinator |
| Writing | Marien Zagarella | Screenplay |
| Production | Riccardo Bardellino | Executive Producer |
| Art | Giselle Madera | Art Direction |
| Production | Freddy Vargas | Unit Production Manager |
| Costume & Make-Up | Gina Terc | Costume Design |
| Art | Giselle Madera | Production Design |
| Art | Tabaré Blanchard | Production Design |
| Art | Marcia Perez | Production Design |
| Art | Shaina Cohen | Set Decoration |
| Sound | Luichy Guzmán | Original Music Composer |