Camino largo a Tijuana () is a 1988 Mexican drama directed by Luis Estrada in his feature film directorial debut, and starring Pedro Armendáriz Jr. and Ofelia Medina. The film was produced by Estrada, Emmanuel Lubezki and Alfonso Cuarón. The production marked the film debut of Daniel Giménez Cacho.
The film premiered at the on 17 December 1988, but did not receive a theatrical release until 28 February 1991.
Plot Juan is a 40-year-old man who lives and sells auto parts in a junkyard of abandoned cars. He becomes involved with Lila, a young drug addict who is being hunted by two traffickers seeking to abduct her in exchange for a reward. After rescuing her and killing the traffickers, Juan takes Lila under his protection, helping her through detoxification before the two embark on a long journey to Tijuana.
Cast Pedro Armendáriz Jr. as Juan Ofelia Medina as Rita Carmen Salinas as Nana Alfonso Arau as Chino Daniel Giménez Cacho as Tubo Jaime Keller as Gas José Carlos Rodríguez as Fogonero Julián Pastor as Dealer Patricia Pereyra as Lila Abel Woolrich as Paco Patricia Rojas as Swimmer
Production Principal photography on Camino largo a Tijuana began on 18 November 1987.
Awards and nominations Camino largo a Tijuana was nominated to three Ariel Awards. + Organization Category/Award Nominee(s) Result Ref Ariel Awards Best First Film Luis Estrada Best Supporting Actress Patricia Pereyra Best Score Diego Herrera
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