The Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez (2012)
Plot — What is The Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez about?
Rex is an old man who is bitter about never becoming famous and having lived a life without any meaning. After suffering a stroke, he ends up in a nursing home staffed by Latin American immigrants. Put off by the situation, he focuses his energy on getting out, which places him at odds with the Latino workers. However, their relationship takes on new meaning when it is discovered that he once shook hands with Vicente Fernandez, a Mexican singer, producer and actor idolized throughout Latin culture. The employees soon begin to treat Rex like the celebrity he's always dreamed of being.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2012 |
| Genre | Western, Comedy, Drama |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 99 min |
| Audience Score | 49% (4.9/10, 12 votes) |
The Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez — FAQ
Is The Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez worth watching? The Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez holds a 4.9/10 rating from 12 viewers. Rex is an old man who is bitter about never becoming famous and having lived a life without any meaning. After suffering a stroke, he ends up in a nursing home staffed by Latin American immigrants. Put off by the situati
Who directed The Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez? Directed by Elia Petridis.
Who is in the cast of The Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez? It stars Ernest Borgnine, Barry Corbin, Carla Ortiz, Arturo del Puerto, Tony Plana, Dale Dickey and more.
Where can I stream The Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez? You can stream The Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Availability may vary by region.
When did The Man Who Shook the Hand of Vicente Fernandez release? It released in 2012.
