Los que tocan el piano
Cayetana, her boyfriend Paco and Venancio, her foster brother, commit small thefts and, from time to time, spend a few days in jail. Until they meet with Federico, a thief who has traveled abroad and convince them that using European methods success is guaranteed. Paco then decides to act scientifically and seizes a hospital surgical equipment. When they want to realize, poor Venancio is forced to give an injection to a dentistry patient and, even worse, Paco has to pull out a tooth. And all that, before entering the operating room
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Plot Summary
A group of friends are gathered at a country house, where they are planning a humorous and audacious robbery of a bank. The plan is based on a joke, but it could be carried out.
Critical Reception
This Spanish comedy from 1968 is generally viewed as a lighthearted and somewhat dated attempt at humor, characteristic of its era. While it might have found a modest audience upon release for its comedic premise and performances, it is not widely considered a critical success by modern standards.
What Reviewers Say
- The film offers a straightforward comedic plot centered around a humorous heist.
- Performances by the cast, particularly Arturo Fernández and José Luis López Vázquez, are noted for their contributions to the comedic elements.
- The humor and style are reflective of Spanish cinema from the late 1960s, which may appeal to fans of that specific period.
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Fun Fact
The film is based on the French play 'Le Sistematique' by Jean-Pierre Gredy.
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