Botón de ancla
Botón de ancla

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Botón de ancla

1961
Movie
93 min
English

Three midshipmen students from the Naval Academy, founded the anchor button Trinca, which have the commitment to help one another whenever any of them need it. However, jeopardize their close friendship because of a misunderstanding ... Remake of the movie of the same name directed in 1948 by Ramón Torrado.

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IMDb7.1/10
Director: Edgar NevilleGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A group of sailors on shore leave in Madrid find themselves entangled in various comedic and dramatic situations. They navigate personal relationships, romantic entanglements, and the general challenges of civilian life as they experience their time away from the sea. The story explores their interactions with the city and its inhabitants, highlighting the contrast between their naval discipline and the freedom of land.

Critical Reception

Botón de ancla was a popular film in its time, appreciated for its lighthearted approach to naval life and its blend of humor and sentiment. While not a critical darling in the grand historical sense, it is remembered fondly for its performances and its glimpse into Spanish society of the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming performances, particularly from Tony Leblanc.

  • Appreciated for its gentle humor and nostalgic portrayal of Madrid.

  • Seen as a light and entertaining comedy-drama of its time.

Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available for this older Spanish film.

Fun Fact

The film is an example of the popular 'chicas del cine' (cinema girls) genre that was prevalent in Spanish cinema during the 1950s and 60s, often featuring lighthearted comedies with musical numbers and romantic subplots.

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