The Initiated
Based on the novels by Colombian writer Mario Mendoza and on the character of detective Frank Molina, the filming of Los Initiados took place in Bogotá. In the saga of Frank Molina, which uses the books Lady Massacre, La melancolia de los feos, El diario del fin del mundo and Akelarre, the story of an alcoholic private investigator who unmasks sinister plots within the underworld of Bogotá is told.
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About The Initiated
The Initiated is a 2023 English-language thriller, drama and mystery film directed by Juan Felipe Orozco. The cast is led by Andrés Parra, Aria Jara, Juan Pablo Urrego. It has a runtime of 1h 52m. Viewers rate it 7.1/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
The Initiated was produced by AG Studios and Amazon Studios and made in Colombia. It was released on July 6, 2023.
- Director
- Juan Felipe Orozco
- Writers
- Esteban Orozco, Nicolás Serrano
- Release date
- July 6, 2023
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Colombia
- Production
- AG Studios, Amazon Studios
The Initiated cast & crew
The Initiated was directed by Juan Felipe Orozco and written by Esteban Orozco and Nicolás Serrano.
The cast features Andrés Parra as Frank Molina, Aria Jara as Lady Masacre / Gaby López, Juan Pablo Urrego as Ignacio Pombo, Jorge Cao as Augusto Pombo, Francisco Denis as Padre Lazaro, and Julio Pachón as Rojan.
Behind the camera, cinematography is by Camilo Monsalve and it was produced by Cristina Echeverri and Rodrigo Guerrero.
Is The Initiated worth watching?
The Initiated holds an audience score of 7.1/10 from 51 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed thriller films.
At 1h 52m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy thriller, drama, and mystery, The Initiated is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of The Initiated
Andrés Parra
Frank Molina
Aria Jara
Lady Masacre / Gaby López
Juan Pablo Urrego
Ignacio Pombo
Jorge Cao
Augusto Pombo
Francisco Denis
Padre Lazaro
Julio Pachón
Rojan
Silvia Santamaría
Carmen
Ana Wills
Verónica
Jefferson Quiñones
Al Magro
Jose Restrepo
Freddy
Patricia Tamayo
La Palestina
Victoria Hernández
Fiscal Gamboa
The Initiated — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Initiated in United States?
The Initiated is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads in United States.
▸Is The Initiated on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes — The Initiated is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.
▸What language is The Initiated in?
The Initiated is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Initiated?
The Initiated runs 1 hours 52 minutes (112 minutes).
▸What is The Initiated rated?
It holds a 7.1/10 audience score from 51 ratings.
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