Mamá, Levántate y Anda
Mamá, Levántate y Anda

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Mamá, Levántate y Anda

1980
Movie
100 min
Spanish

Gustavo is morbidly dominated by his mother, Doña Leticia, who refuses to accept another woman in her son's life.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Gerardo SofovichGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

A man inherits a fortune and a brothel from his eccentric aunt, leading to a series of comedic misadventures. He struggles to manage the establishment and its colorful inhabitants while navigating his newfound wealth and dealing with various quirky characters who enter his life.

Critical Reception

As a typical product of Argentinian sex comedy from the era, 'Mamá, Levántate y Anda' was primarily aimed at a popular audience and received mixed to generally positive reviews for its comedic elements and performances, particularly from Jorge Porcel, who was a major star. Critics often noted its lighthearted and sometimes crude humor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its slapstick humor and the comedic timing of its lead.

  • Noted for its typical Argentine sex comedy tropes of the era.

  • Considered a fun, lighthearted diversion by audiences.

Google audience: Audience reception for this film is difficult to quantify with specific Google review data. However, films of this genre and era starring Jorge Porcel typically appealed to a broad audience seeking escapist comedy and familiar star power, suggesting a generally favorable reception among its target demographic.

Fun Fact

Jorge Porcel, the film's star, was one of Argentina's most popular comedians, known for his distinctive humor and prolific output in Argentine cinema during the 1970s and 1980s.

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