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The Motive

The Motive

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2017 1h 44m6.2

The Motive

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Álvaro, a man obsessed with the idea of writing what he brands as “high literature,” manipulates the lives and feelings of the people around him to write about the consequences caused by his devious acts.

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DirectorManuel Martín Cuenca
ScreenplayAlejandro Hernández, Manuel Martín Cuenca
StatusReleased
ReleasedNovember 17, 2017
CountryMexico
Languagees
Runtime1h 44m
Budget$3M
RevenueN/A
Rating⭐ 6.2 / 10
IMDb⭐ 6.5 / 10
Votes283
GenresDrama
StudioLAZONA, Alebrije Producciones
OriginalEl autor

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Cast

Javier Gutiérrez

Javier Gutiérrez

Álvaro

María León

María León

Amanda

Adelfa Calvo

Adelfa Calvo

Building Manager

Adriana Paz

Adriana Paz

Irene

Tenoch Huerta Mejía

Tenoch Huerta Mejía

Enrique

Antonio de la Torre

Antonio de la Torre

Teacher

Cris Nollet

Cris Nollet

Policía 2

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Rafael Téllez

Mr. Montero

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Domi del Postigo

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José Carlos Carmona

Jesús

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Motive

Where can I watch The Motive?

The Motive (2017) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

What is The Motive about?

Álvaro, a man obsessed with the idea of writing what he brands as “high literature,” manipulates the lives and feelings of the people around him to write about the consequences caused by his devious acts.

Who directed The Motive?

The Motive (2017) was directed by Manuel Martín Cuenca. The film is a Drama production with a runtime of 1h 44m, rated 6.2/10.

How long is The Motive?

The Motive runs 1h 44m (104 minutes total). Audience rating: 6.2/10 from 283 votes. Genre: Drama.

Is The Motive worth watching?

The Motive is rated 6.2/10 by 283 viewers — decent with mixed reception. A good pick for Drama fans.