Gabriel Retes - Actor Profile

Gabriel Retes

Acting
Updated: Apr 11, 2026
40Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 25, 1947
Birth Place: Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico

About Gabriel Retes

José Ignacio Gabriel Jorge Retes Balzaretti (March 25th, 1947 – April 20th, 2020) was a Mexican film director, writer, producer, and actor. His 1977 film Paper Flowers was entered into the 28th Berlin International Film Festival. His 1979 film Broken Flag was entered into the 11th Moscow International Film Festival. His 1999 film A Sweet Scent of Death was entered into the 21st Moscow International Film Festival.

Gabriel Retes Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Gabriel Retes reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 40 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Gabriel Retes's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 8% of Gabriel Retes's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Vile, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Gabriel Retes Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Gabriel Retes's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Gabriel Retes has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2020 Taken Identity Tomas Guevara Flop Similar →
2020 Vile Abel Super Hit Similar →
2018 El viaje de Keta - Flop Similar →
2017 Cómo Filmar Una XXX - Average Similar →
2016 Given In Love Dr. Atl Flop Similar →
2014 Puerto Padre Chico Average Similar →
2013 Almost Thirty Papa Emilio Flop Similar →
2010 Borrar de la Memoria Moto Adulto Average Similar →
2008 House Arrest Gabriel Flop Similar →
2006 Mujeres en el acto - Flop Similar →
2004 Caribe Mr. Lloyd Average Similar →
2001 Green Stones - Average Similar →
1999 El Cometa - Average Similar →
1998 Coup at Daybreak Emiliano Hit Similar →
1998 Under California: The Limit of Time Caminante Average Similar →
1995 Bienvenido-Welcome Mariano Pacheco / Guevara Average Similar →
1992 El bulto Lauro Hit Similar →
1991 Futuro sangriento - Flop Similar →
1989 The Naked City Bar Owner Average Similar →
1983 Deceitful Appearances Actor Flop Similar →
1981 Everyone's Hell So Feared Rulo Average Similar →
1980 At a Lame Pace Ramón, the Fool Flop Similar →
1979 The Perfect Woman David Flop Similar →
1978 Paper Flowers Beto, el dientes Flop Similar →
1977 Lo mejor de Teresa Armando Average Similar →
1975 Letters from Marusia Soldier Flop Similar →
1975 Las Fuerzas Vivas - Average Similar →
1975 The Cornered Beast Enrique Werner Flop Similar →
1974 The Encounter of a Lonely Man Arriola Average Similar →
1974 Omen Marcos Flop Similar →
1974 Luz Externa Ernesto Flop Similar →
1973 The Cubs Gomucio Flop Similar →
1972 Los Cacos - Average Similar →
1972 Triángulo Mario Flop Similar →
1972 End of the Party Sangre Flop Similar →
1971 They Call Him Marcado Esbirro del Pardo Flop Similar →
1971 El cielo y tú Joven en iglesia Flop Similar →
1971 Ya somos hombres - Flop Similar →
1971 Juegos de alcoba - Flop Similar →
1970 Cristo 70 Pedro Average Similar →

Gabriel Retes - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Gabriel Retes?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gabriel Retes is "Vile" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Gabriel Retes acted in?

Gabriel Retes has been featured in at least 40 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Gabriel Retes?

Other notable films include "Coup at Daybreak", "El bulto", and "Borrar de la Memoria".

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