La hija de Moctezuma
La hija de Moctezuma is a 2014 Mexican comedy film directed by Iván Lipkies. It stars María Elena Velasco, Eduardo Manzano, Rafael Inclán, Raquel Garza, and Ernesto Pape. This was Maria Elena Velasco's last film played as "La India Maria" before her death.
Synopsis
At the request of her great-grandfather, Moctezuma Xocoyotzin, La India María must find Tezcatlipoca's magical black mirror in order to prevent the destruction of Mexico. A Spanish archaeologist, a tricky treasure hunter, and a greedy governor all find out about the existence of the black mirror and embark on a frenetic chase to obtain it.Cast
- María Elena Velasco as La India María
- Eduardo Manzano as Xocoyote
- Rafael Inclán as Moctezuma
- Raquel Garza as Brígida Troncoso
- Ernesto Pape as Alonso
- Irma Dorantes as unidentified character
- Armando Silvestre as unidentified character
Production
Casting
Rafael Inclán had to learn Náhuatl to play Moctezuma.Actress and singer Irma Dorantes wanted to participate in the film and was given a small part as a secretary.