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Jorge Fons

Directing
Updated: Apr 17, 2026
2Total Films
6.6 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 23, 1939
Birth Place: Tuxpan, Veracruz, Mexico

About Jorge Fons

Jorge Fons Pérez (23 April 1939 – 22 September 2022) was a Mexican film director. He belonged to the first generation of film directors of the UNAM. His short film, Caridad (1973), is still considered one of the best films in Mexican cinema. Two of the most important films of his filmography are Rojo amanecer (1989) and El callejón de los milagros (1995) based on the homonymous book by Naguib Mahfouz, Midaq Alley of 1947, which breaks the classic lineal plots in films. His 1976 film, Los albañiles, won the Silver Bear at the 27th Berlin International Film Festival. In 1995, his film El callejón de los milagros won a Special Mention at the 45th Berlin International Film Festival.

Jorge Fons Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Jorge Fons reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 2 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 50% of Jorge Fons'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 Disrupted, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Jorge Fons Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jorge Fons's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Jorge Fons has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2013 Disrupted Self Hit Similar →
1972 Tú, yo, nosotros Ernesto Flop Similar →

Jorge Fons - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jorge Fons?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jorge Fons is "Disrupted" with a rating of 6.6/10.

How many movies has Jorge Fons acted in?

Jorge Fons has been featured in at least 2 major films throughout their career.

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