Don't Blame the Kid
A vibrant romantic comedy that clashes Mexico's social classes through an accidental pregnancy. Beneath the laughter lies a poignant story about unconditional love, shedding prejudice, and the realization that family is defined by commitment, not just biology.
Don't Blame the Kid
Don't Blame the Kid

¿Qué culpa tiene el niño?

"There are hangovers that last 9 months."

13 May 2016 Mexico 113 min ⭐ 7.7 (657)
Director: Gustavo Loza
Cast: Karla Souza, Ricardo Abarca, Biassini Segura, Gerardo Taracena, Sofía Sisniega
Comedy Romance
Classism and Social Prejudice Unconditional Love and Fatherhood Political Corruption and Hypocrisy Maturity and Responsibility

Don't Blame the Kid - Characters & Cast

Character Analysis

Maru

Karla Souza

Archetype: The Ice Queen / High-Status Protagonist
Key Trait: Sophisticated but cynical

Motivation

Initially motivated by preserving her family's reputation and her father's political career; later motivated by the desire for a genuine family connection.

Character Arc

Starts as a judgmental, status-obsessed woman who views the pregnancy as a tragedy. She gradually softens as she witnesses Renato's genuine care, eventually prioritizing love over social appearance.

Renato (La Rana)

Ricardo Abarca

Archetype: The Lovable Loser / The Fool
Key Trait: Optimistic and devoted

Motivation

To prove he can be a good father and to win Maru's respect and love.

Character Arc

Begins as an immature young man with no direction. He finds purpose in the prospect of fatherhood, proving himself to be the most mature character emotionally by the film's end.

El Cadáver

Biassini Segura

Archetype: The Loyal Sidekick
Key Trait: Eccentric loyalty

Motivation

To support his best friend Renato.

Character Arc

Provides comic relief and loyal support to Renato. He bridges the gap between the two worlds often through humor and awkward interactions with Maru's friends.

Cast

Karla Souza as Maru
Ricardo Abarca as Renato
Biassini Segura as El Cadaver
Gerardo Taracena as Plutarco
Sofía Sisniega as Laura
Rocío García as Paulina
Fabiola Guajardo as Daniela
Mar Carrera as Mamá
Erick Elías as Juan Pablo
Mara Escalante as Rosie
Jesús Ochoa as Diputado Zamacona
Mauricio Barrientos as Arturo
José María Negri as Ginecologo
Nico Galán as Trajeado
Mayra Batalla as Sirvienta