Corridas de alegría
Corridas de alegría

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Corridas de alegría

1982
Movie
86 min
Spanish

Miguel, who escaped from prison two months before finishing his sentence, thinks only of revenge and finding his beloved Diana.

Insights

IMDb6.3/10
Director: Javier SetóGenres: Comedy, Musical

Plot Summary

A group of struggling artists in Madrid decide to put on a musical revue to make ends meet. They face numerous comedic challenges as they try to produce their show, dealing with eccentric characters, financial woes, and their own artistic temperaments. Despite the obstacles, their passion for performance drives them to overcome adversity and bring their unique brand of entertainment to the stage.

Critical Reception

Corridas de alegría is a lighthearted Spanish musical comedy that was generally well-received by its target audience for its comedic performances and musical numbers. While not critically acclaimed by international standards, it holds a fond place in Spanish cinema for its nostalgic portrayal of artistic endeavors and its ensemble cast's energetic performances. It was considered a pleasant, if unremarkable, diversion during its time.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming musical numbers and comedic timing.

  • Appreciated for the performances of its veteran Spanish comedic actors.

  • Seen as an enjoyable, albeit simple, musical comedy.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented on Google, but general sentiment from Spanish viewers points to it being an entertaining and cheerful film with enjoyable songs.

Fun Fact

The film features a notable cast of veteran Spanish comedic actors, many of whom were well-established stars in Spanish cinema and television during the 1970s and 1980s.

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