Sweet Release (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1997, Sweet Release is a comedy film directed by Carlos Cuarón, running about 22 minutes. “Sometimes true love arises while you are searching for a place to pee” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The love secrets of a large family are revealed during a trajinera tour on Xochimilco, culminating in a suicide attempt during a jackpot drawing.
Who’s in it. Sweet Release stars Salma Hayek Pinault as Carmelita, Lumi Cavazos as La Nena, Roberto Sosa as Victor Hugo and Martha Ofelia Galindo as Tía Tacha, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Sweet Release has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sweet Release page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sweet Release tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sweet Release (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sweet Release change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sweet Release worth watching?
- Sweet Release holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sweet Release?
- Sweet Release stars Salma Hayek Pinault, Lumi Cavazos, Roberto Sosa, Martha Ofelia Galindo and Martha Claudia Moreno.
- When was Sweet Release released?
- Sweet Release was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 22 minutes.