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Summer of Goliath

Summer of Goliath

Jul 08, 2011 · 1h 18m

Rated 5.5 out of 10

Director

Nicolás Pereda

Overview

Summer of Goliath is a documentary/fiction hybrid that narrates various stories of the people of the town of Huilotepec in rural Mexico. Teresa's husband has disappeared and she believes he has left her for another woman. Gabino, her son, is a soldier who searches cars at the side of a country road, where very few cars pass by. He hopes one day him and Alberto, his soldier partner, will get machine guns to further intimidate the people driving by. Amalio, Nico, and Oscar are three brothers whose stories we learn through a series of interviews and reenactments. Their father left them many years ago, and their mother can barely support them. Oscar has gained the nickname Goliath after the mysterious death of his girlfriend.

About Summer of Goliath

What is Summer of Goliath about?

Summer of Goliath is a documentary/fiction hybrid that narrates various stories of the people of the town of Huilotepec in rural Mexico. Teresa's husband has disappeared and she believes he has left her for another woman. Gabino, her son, is a soldier who searches cars at the side of a country road, where very few cars pass by. He hopes one day him and Alberto, his soldier partner, will get…

When was Summer of Goliath released?

Summer of Goliath was released on July 8, 2011.

Where can I watch Summer of Goliath?

Summer of Goliath is streaming on DocAlliance Films in the US. It is also available to rent or buy on DocAlliance Films. Availability data from JustWatch.

How long is Summer of Goliath?

Summer of Goliath runs 1 hour 18 minutes (78 minutes).

Who directed Summer of Goliath?

Summer of Goliath was directed by Nicolás Pereda.

Who is in the cast of Summer of Goliath?

The cast of Summer of Goliath includes Teresa Sánchez (Mother (as Teresa Sanchez)), Gabino Rodríguez (Gabino), Clemencia Alejo (Clemen), Gabriela Alejo (Hija de tendera) and Jose Refugio Alejo (Cuco).

Is Summer of Goliath on Netflix?

No, Summer of Goliath is not on Netflix in the US. It is streaming on DocAlliance Films instead.

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