Empty Cans (2014): cast, story & where to watch

2014 · Film · ★ 10

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Released in 2014, Empty Cans is a drama and mystery film directed by Hérib Godoy, running about 73 minutes.

What it’s about. Alfonso is a man in search of missing gold left buried all over Paraguay during the years of the country's war against Argentina, Brazil and Uruguay in the 19th Century. He actually finds treasure, but with it comes misfortune, and soon he finds himself pennyless and working as a trash recycler, living in poverty but peace. Then the gold comes within his reach again, and tragedy comes back to haunt him.

Who’s in it. Empty Cans stars Aníbal Ortíz as Alfonso, Máximo Florentín as Atilio, Antonia Florentín Medina as Verónica and Miguel Rodríguez, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Empty Cans sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Empty Cans page.

If you liked it. Fans of Empty Cans tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Empty Cans (2014)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Empty Cans change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Empty Cans worth watching?
Empty Cans holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Empty Cans?
Empty Cans stars Aníbal Ortíz, Máximo Florentín, Antonia Florentín Medina, Miguel Rodríguez and Blas Filártiga.
When was Empty Cans released?
Empty Cans was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.