Ignacio, a disrespected cook at a Mexican monastery, can barely afford to feed the orphans who live there. Inspired by a local wrestling hero, he decides to moonlight as the not-so-famous Luchador "Nacho Libre" to earn money for the monastery -- not to mention the admiration of beautiful nun Sister Encarnación.
Acting
Jack Black's committed physical comedy and surprisingly sweet sincerity
Costume
Those tights. That cape. The boots. Legendary.
Writing
Hess's deadpan dialogue — every line feels like a non-sequitur
Director
Jared Hess
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Jack Black trained with real luchadores for months and did most of his own stunts, including that infamous cliff dive.
The film sparked debate about Hollywood's portrayals of Mexico — Hess claimed it was inspired by his Mormon mission, critics called it exoticizing. Your mileage may vary.
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