Un millón en la basura
Un millón en la basura

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Un millón en la basura

1967
Movie
90 min
Spanish

In the vast army of human society, Pepe, a sweeper, occupies one of the last places: anonymous, gray, vague. Pepe is a member of that ghostly dawn brigade, to blow hose, clean the streets at dawn. One day Pepe finds a million in the trash. Financial need of the poor sweeper suggests keeping the money, but his wife advises him to do his civic duty and return the money ...

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Director: Jorge FonsGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A young woman from a poor background falls in love with a wealthy industrialist, leading to a clash of social classes and expectations. She must navigate the prejudices of his family and society while trying to maintain her integrity and find her place in a world far removed from her own. The film explores themes of love, ambition, and the challenges of upward mobility in a rigid social structure.

Critical Reception

As a relatively obscure film from Mexican cinema's Golden Age, 'Un millón en la basura' is not widely reviewed by major international critics. However, within its context, it was seen as a melodrama that touched upon societal issues. Its critical reception is largely defined by its genre and the period in which it was made, often being appreciated for its dramatic performances and social commentary, though sometimes criticized for melodrama conventions.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its earnest dramatic performances, particularly from its lead actresses.

  • Noted for its exploration of social class divides and the struggles of protagonists trying to overcome them.

  • Seen as a representative example of Mexican melodrama from the late 1960s.

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Fun Fact

Jorge Fons, the director, would later become a prominent figure in Mexican cinema, known for films like 'Rojo Amanecer'.

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