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Javier Ruán

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Javier Ruán

Born January 10, 1940 in Michoacán, MexicoDied October 11, 202123 films

Javier Ruán Jaimes (1940–2021) was a Mexican actor, screenwriter, educator, and voice actor with a career spanning more than five decades. Trained in philosophy, pedagogy, and dramatic arts at institutions including the INBA and the Escuela Normal Superior, Ruán combined intellectual rigor with a deep social sensibility.

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He made his film debut in 1967 in Corona de Lágrimas (dir. Alejandro Galindo) and went on to appear in over forty films, earning an Ariel Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for Los Marcados (1971). Alongside his extensive film work, he became widely recognized for his roles in Mexican television and radio, as well as for his acclaimed work as a writer.

Ruán received numerous honors for his artistic legacy, including the Medalla Virginia Fábregas and the Cabeza Olmeca, and was named Hijo Predilecto of Nahuatzen, Michoacán. His autobiographical book Los de adelante corren mucho… reflects his profound commitment to education, art, and social memory.

Filmography

23 films as actor
  1. 1989El Macho Goes to Women's Reform School
  2. 1988Narcos al acecho
  3. 1987Kung fu mortal: Operación zodiaco
  4. 1987Benny More: Hoy Como Ayer
  5. 1979La pistolera
  6. 1978The Achievers
  7. 1978Soy el hijo del gallero
  8. 1977Mi aventura en Puerto Rico
  9. 1977Volver, volver, volverPrisciliano Renteria
  10. 1976El Rey
  11. 1975Simon BlancoAhijado
  12. 1974Canción de Navidad
  13. 1974Pobre niño rico
  14. 1974La muerte de Pancho Villa
  15. 1972The She Wolf's OrgyGermán
  16. 1971They Call Him MarcadoEl Niño
  17. 1970Emiliano Zapata
  18. 1970Quinto patioEl rorro
  19. 1970Unethical Behaviour
  20. 1969Santa
  21. 1968Crown of TearsNacho Chavero
  22. 1967Rocambole contra la secta del escorpión
  23. 1967Pedro ParamoMiner