Tatuaje (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1976, Tatuaje is a thriller and mystery film directed by Bigas Luna, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. On a beach in Barcelona appears the body of a young man, his face eaten by fish, who has tattooed on his arm the phrase: "I was born to revolutionize the hell." So begins a strange enigma. To begin we must find a name to this dead, find their identity. This is the charge receiving Pepe Carvalho detective Galician, former CIA agent and vocational skeptical, which does not prevent you from enjoying and savoring the pleasures of good food and good bed. Among the Barcelona underworld and the streets and canals of Amsterdam, Carvalho soon gives the answer.
Who’s in it. Tatuaje stars Carlos Ballesteros as Pepe Carvalho, Pilar Velázquez as Charo, Mónica Randall as Teresa Marsé and Carmen Liaño, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Tatuaje has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $17.3K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tatuaje page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tatuaje tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tatuaje (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tatuaje change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tatuaje worth watching?
- Tatuaje holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tatuaje?
- Tatuaje stars Carlos Ballesteros, Pilar Velázquez, Mónica Randall, Carmen Liaño and Carlos Lucena.
- When was Tatuaje released?
- Tatuaje was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.