El Mundo Gira (12 Jan. 1997)
"The X Files" El Mundo Gira (original title)

Scully and Mulder investigate the death of Maria Dorantes, a migrant farm worker who was found in a field near the shanty town in which she lived. There were reports of a very bright flash ... See full summary »

Director:

Tucker Gates

Writers:

Chris Carter (creator), John Shiban

Stars:

David Duchovny, Gillian Anderson, Mitch Pileggi

Cast

Episode cast overview, first billed only:
David Duchovny	...	Fox Mulder
Gillian Anderson	...	Dana Scully
Mitch Pileggi	...	Walter Skinner
Rubén Blades	...	Conrad Lozano
Raymond Cruz	...	Eladio Buente
Jose Yenque	...	Soledad Buente (as José Yenque)
Simi Mehta	...	Gabrielle Buente (as Simi)
Lillian Hurst	...	Flakita
Susan Bain	...	County Coroner
Robert Thurston	...	Dr. Larry Steen
Michael Kopsa	...	Rick Culver
Marcus Hondro	...	El Barbeiro (as Markus Hondro)
Janeth Muniz	...	Village Woman (as Janeth Munoz)
Pamela Diaz	...	Maria Dorantes
Fabricio Santin	...	Migrant Worker

Storyline

Scully and Mulder investigate the death of Maria Dorantes, a migrant farm worker who was found in a field near the shanty town in which she lived. There were reports of a very bright flash of light followed by a yellow rain just as she was killed. Scully's examination of the body reveals that she died as a result of a massive fungal infection. The locals however are certain that the culprit is El Chupacabra, a mythical beast from Mexican folklore. They're also sure the beast is to be found in Eladio Buente, Maria's brother-in-law who was with her when she died. While Scully looks for a scientific explanation, Mulder believes the fungus may be alien in origin. Regardless, they must find Eladio before the fungus spreads.

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Plot Keywords:

yellow rain | chupacabra | fungus | mythological beasts | mexican immigrant | 

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Genres:

Drama | Mystery | Sci-Fi | Thriller

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English Spanish

Release Date:

12 January 1997 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Stage 2, North Shore Studios, North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Company Credits

Production Co:

20th Century Fox Television, Ten Thirteen Productions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

60 min

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

The chupacabra is loosely translated to mean "goat sucker". Its legend is that it sucks the blood from farm animals. Recent research suggests that the legend of the chupacabra may derive from coyotes with severe parasitic infections.

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Quotes

Dana Scully: 'Purple Rain'?
Fox Mulder: Great album. Deeply flawed movie.

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Connections

References West Side Story (1961)

User Reviews

John Shiban's X-termination

For his third attempt at writing, Shiban once again proves he hasn't a clue as to what he's doing (Teso dos Bichos should have gotten him fired immediately and ranks as one of very worst, if not THE WORST). Of course, for those who have seen the entire series, this is no great surprise. Ironically, or rather as a result of his future (and inexplicable) promotion to co-producer/producer, he almost single-handedly helped to ruin the show. Just wait till you get to garbage like Tavelers, S. R. 819, and the odious Jump The Shark. Thanks John, I hope you're happy. All, I know is, somewhere Glen Morgan and James Wong are laughing their tails off.