Germán Robles
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Biography: Germán Horacio Robles (born March 20, 1929 in Gijón, Asturias, Spain) was a Spanish-Mexican film, theater, television, and voice actor. He came to Mexico when he was 17, after Spain’s civil war. His slim figure contrasts with his deep, calm, elegant voice. In Mexican cinema, he best known for his amazing characterization of vampires in many cult movies, especially in El Vampiro. He is said to have influenced Christopher Lee’s performance in his vampire films. Another well known performance is his dubbing the voice of KITT in the Latin American broadcast of Knight Rider. He died on November 21, 2015 in Mexico City, Mexico.
Department: Acting
Place of Birth: Gijón, Asturias, Spain
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Birthday: March 20, 1929
Age: 96 years old
Gender: Male
Deathday: November 21, 2015
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Fray Bartolomé de las Casas
Overview: Three moments in the life of Fray Bartolomé de Las Casas; his youth encounter with the natives; his resignation in maturity to lands and encomiendas to evangelize and defend justice and dignity against the cruelty of the Spanish and his reflections at the end of his life
Genres: Drama History
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1993-12-03
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The Living Head
Overview: A group of archaeologists break into the tomb of an ancient Aztec general, arousing the warrior's head and sending his undead servant out to take revenge on the careless scientists.
Genres: Horror
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1963-03-01
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Epílogo
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Original Language: es
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She Killed in Ecstasy
Overview: A young doctor kills himself after a medical committee terminates his research into human embryos, considering it too inhumane. His wife then seeks revenge on those who drove her husband to his death by luring each member of the committee into compromising situations and then killing them one by one.
Genres: Horror
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1971-12-10
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Nostradamus and the Destroyer of Monsters
Overview: A professor and a vampire hunter join forces to destroy the murderous vampire Nostradamus and his minions.
Genres: Horror
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1962-04-13
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Nostradamus: The Genie of Darkness
Overview: In order to stop a vampire from terrorizing the countryside, some locals decide to break into his coffin at night and steal his ashes. Complications ensue.
Genres: Horror Mystery
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1962-12-14
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The Blood of Nostradamus
Overview: Vampire hunters track down a vampire and attempt to steal the ashes from his coffin in order to stop him from reviving nightly.
Genres: Horror
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1961-01-01
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The Brainiac
Overview: In 1661 Mexico, the Baron Vitelius of Astara is sentenced to be burned alive by the Holy Inquisition of Mexico for witchcraft, necromancy, and other crimes. As he dies, the Baron swears vengeance against the descendants of the Inquisitors. 300 years later, a comet that was passing overhead on the night of the Baron's execution returns to earth, bringing with it the Baron in the form of a horrible, brain-eating monster that terrorizes the Inquisitor's descendants
Genres: Horror Science Fiction
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1962-11-09
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The Secret
Overview: The life of a woman changes completely after the murder of her mother and when she comes to live with her aunt, she realizes that she keeps a secret that has remained hidden and protected for centuries.
Genres: Mystery Fantasy Horror
Original Language: es
Release Date: 2010-12-03
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Reclusorio
Overview: The human and divine justice are exposed through five real life stories related to the legal processes of a prison. The cases presented are: "I want to stay in jail", "Blood between women", "The raped prostitute", "The kidnapped policeman", and "Euthanasia or murder?"
Genres: Drama Crime Thriller
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1997-09-19
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The Vampire's Coffin
Overview: In Sierra Negra, graverobbers Barraza and Mendoza steal the coffin of Count Karol de Lavud, before heading to a hospital. Barraza sees a medallion upon the coffin's opening and demands more money from Mendoza. Meanwhile, Marta González, recovering from traumatic events, works as a nurse with Dr. Saldívar. When Barraza removes the wooden stake in order to steal Lavud's medallion, the vampire returns to life and begins a crime spree, hunting down Marta to marry her.
Genres: Horror
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1958-08-28
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El último evangelio
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Genres: Drama
Original Language: es
Release Date: 2008-01-01
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La vida de Agustín Lara
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Genres: Drama Music
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1959-01-01
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Sor Batalla
Overview: As punishment for participating in a game show a nun is sent to a small town. The chief and presidential hopeful municipal Instead, a pinko comecuras that attacks capitalism and refuses to let children be vaccinated and go to school, is opposed to the presence of the newcomer, but as the religious conquest people and helps to rescue the kidnapped daughter of the chief, the evil becomes good.
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 1990-08-16
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Rapine
Overview: Two humble indigenous woodcutters discover the wreckage of a plane that has crashed at the top of the mountains and decide to steal the belongings of all the occupants killed in the accident.
Genres: Drama Crime Horror
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1975-05-14
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The Curse of Nostradamus
Overview: An aristocratic vampire swears an oath to kill the enemies who killed his father. In order to terrify them even further, he warns each one when he is coming for them.
Genres: Horror Mystery
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1961-08-31
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Cuernavaca in Spring
Overview: Three romantic-comedy sketches in a movie financed by Cuernavaca's Dept. of Tourism.
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Original Language: es
Release Date: 1966-07-21
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Narcotics Division
Overview: Vice cop infiltrates a jazz club to bust a heroin ring.
Genres: Crime Thriller Drama
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1963-10-31
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Dos caballeros de espada
Overview: Sixteenth century swordsmen adventure.
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 1964-08-13
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El arte de engañar
Overview: Gigolo and his girlfriend scam off married women; he seduces them, she photographs them in bed together and blackmails them afterwards. Things eventually go south.
Genres: Drama Comedy
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1972-04-13
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Herencia maldita
Overview: Itinerant cowboy impersonates the missing-presumed-dead owner of a hacienda to set matters straight and bring criminals to justice.
Genres: Western
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1963-09-20
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El zurdo
Overview: Professional gambler is made responsible for the upbringing of an orphan whose father he killed.
Genres: Drama Western
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1965-07-09
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The Vampire
Overview: A pretty young Mexican girl returns to her hometown to make funeral arrangements for her beloved aunt, who has just died. Soon she begins to hear disturbing stories about the town being infested by vampires, and she eventually begins to suspect that her remaining aunt and the mysterious next-door neighbor may be involved.
Genres: Horror
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1957-10-04
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La paloma de Marsella
Overview: Amelia is an old retired prostitute who lives at an asylum, where she decides to enter a T.V. contest.
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 1999-03-05
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Serafín: La Película
Overview: In this blockbuster film from Mexico, live action, animation, fast-paced thrills and humor all combine in an irresistible tale the entire family will enjoy. The story revolves around lovable guardian angel Serafin who leads a group of youngsters in search of a magic star that will save a friend. Along the way, the young heroes learn that courage, loyalty and kindness can overpower even the darkest enemies. Join the quest and share each glorious moment!
Genres: Comedy Family Fantasy
Original Language: es
Release Date: 2001-07-13
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The Rider of Divine Providence
Overview: The bishop of Culiacan and three priests are dedicated to investigate the alleged miracles of Jesus Malverde, a bandit deceased at the end of XIX century who is said, stole from the rich and gave to the poor; which is enough reason for the locals to venerate him.
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Original Language: es
Release Date: 1991-09-18
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The Phantom Gunslinger
Overview: The Phantom Gunslinger is set in the town of "Tucca Flats." The peaceful life of the town is disrupted by the arrival of a gang of bandits, including Algernon, Big Sam, Cookie, and some others. The sheriff leaves town, but not before naming Bill as his successor. Bill, unfortunately, doesn't carry or even know how to use a gun, and the outlaws take over Tucca Flats. But with the help of some Indians, a suit of armor, and springs on his shoes, Bill manages to run the gang out of town.
Genres: Western
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1970-04-30
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Rocambole contra la secta del escorpión
Overview: Short-lived superhero-adventure series. One sequel.
Genres: Science Fiction
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1967-08-04
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¿Dónde estás, corazón?
Overview: Three female singers in the 1920s pursue their careers.
Genres: Comedy Drama
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1961-11-02
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El hombre propone...
Overview: Anthology film, four stories set in Guadalajara and environs.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1965-06-04
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La furia del ring
Overview: Wrestling melodrama.
Genres: Action Drama
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1961-11-06
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Los bravos de California
Overview: Zorroesque adventure pitting two swordsmen against a newly-appointed governor who wastes no time in displaying his despotic tendencies. Sequel to En El Viejo California.
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 1963-10-18
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Pueblo en armas
Overview: Appointed by the dictator Huerta, a local official tries to use his authority to pressure a young woman into marrying him. Meanwhile, counter-revolution is brewing.
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Original Language: es
Release Date: 1959-05-05
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Frente al destino
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Genres: Drama Action
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1964-06-17
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The Chinese Room
Overview: An unorthodox doctor makes a house call to the Acapulco abode of a mushroom addict.
Genres: Thriller Mystery Drama Horror
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1968-08-29
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Castle of the Monsters
Overview: A couple are forced to stay in a scary castle, and the castle is filled with monsters!
Genres: Science Fiction Fantasy Horror Comedy
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1958-10-16
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Trampa para un cadáver
Overview: Two brothers try to kill their stepfather to avenge the death of their mother.
Genres: Drama Crime
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1969-10-17
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The Vampires of Coyoacan
Overview: In the service of Satan, a murderous vampire is turning wrestlers into his unwitting thrall, and it's up to Mil Máscaras and Superzan to stop him and save the world.
Genres: Horror
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1974-04-25
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Satanic Sect: Messenger of the Lord
Overview: A satanic preacher comes to a small town where he unleashed the terror of the inhabitants.
Genres: Horror
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1990-01-01
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El proceso de Cristo
Overview: The story of The Last Hours of Jesus Christ.
Genres: History Drama
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1966-03-10
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Aunt Isabel's Garden
Overview: A ship carrying Conquistadors is wrecked and the survivors are thrown ashore to struggle through the Yucatan jungle.
Genres: History Adventure
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1972-04-05
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Almohada para tres
Overview: Bride sleeps another guy on her wedding night by mistake, and he and the groom spend 90 minutes arguing over which one she belongs to.
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Original Language: es
Release Date: 1969-02-11
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The Mexican Ninja
Overview: A criminal organization hires some ninjas to steal the formula for a new drug, described as cheaper and more powerful than cocaine. As it turns out, the industrialist who financed the research has taken elaborate steps to make sure that the new substance won´t fall into the wrong hands, and the ninjas find they have only succeeded in stealing half the formula. To please their disgruntled employers, the evil ninjas try to blackmail the industrialist into handing over the remaining half and it´s up to the Mexican Ninja and his pals to stop him.
Genres: Action
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1991-05-30
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El tigre de Santa Julia
Overview: Band of ex-soldiers embark on a life of crime; their leader, meanwhile, wants to track down the man who murdered his parents.
Genres: History
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1974-01-23
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En la vieja California
Overview: Bastard son kidnaps legitimate heir in attempt to suborn their father's estate... but a surrogate comes forward to impersonate the real heir while the other problem getss resolved.
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Original Language: es
Release Date: 1963-07-17
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The Bats
Overview: Cowboy-justice guy breaks up a criminal gang who are terrorizing a small town with the appearance of vampire activity.
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Original Language: es
Release Date: 1964-12-03
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El espadachín
Overview: Evil aristocrat covets his brother's wife, swordsman-for-hire comes to her rescue.
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Original Language: es
Release Date: 1964-07-02
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El río de las ánimas
Overview: Traveling lawman comes to town and schools the residents in collective farming practices. There's also a bad guy with a lot of money who's cut off the water supply to the area's farmers, and the soul of a murder victim that manifests as a flying fireball.
Genres: Western Adventure Fantasy Mystery Horror
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1964-02-13
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Neutron Battles the Karate Assassins
Overview: Superhero wrestler Neutron battles a gang of robotic assassins who use their hands and feet as deadly weapons.
Genres: Action Crime Drama
Original Language: es
Release Date: 1965-08-06
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