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Yira, yira
Carlos Gardel and guitars performing "Yira, yira", tango composed and written by Enrique Santos Discépolo.
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Plot Summary
Set against the backdrop of Buenos Aires, 'Yira, yira' is a drama that delves into the complexities of human relationships and societal expectations. The film explores the lives of its characters as they navigate personal struggles and their interactions within the vibrant tango culture of the era. It's a story that touches on love, loss, and the enduring spirit of its protagonists.
Critical Reception
As an early Argentine film, specific critical reception details are scarce in readily available public archives. However, films from this period often reflected the social and cultural currents of their time, with tango musicals and dramas being popular. Contemporary audiences likely appreciated its connection to the iconic Argentine tango.
What Reviewers Say
Explores themes of love and social dynamics within a tango-infused narrative.
Reflects the cultural landscape of Buenos Aires in the early 1930s.
Features performances that were typical of the dramatic styles of the era.
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Fun Fact
The title 'Yira, yira' is a tango song composed by the renowned tango musician, music composer, and bandoneonist, Pascual Contursi, and lyricist Enrique Santos Discépolo, which gained significant popularity before the film's release, giving the movie its evocative name.
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