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Kilómetro 111
Ceferino is the train station chief o a remote town. A group of planters ask him to legit them the wagons to send the harvest to Buenos Aires, he agrees, but he gets fired.
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Plot Summary
A young, aspiring singer from Andalusia arrives in Madrid with dreams of stardom. She quickly becomes involved with a wealthy and influential man who promises to help her career, but her naive heart falls for a humble musician. As her fame grows, she must navigate the complexities of love, ambition, and the compromises often demanded by the entertainment industry.
Critical Reception
This early Spanish sound film was a significant production for its time, praised for its romantic narrative and musical elements. While not a major international critical success by today's standards, it was popular with audiences in Spain and is remembered as a charming example of the era's musical dramas.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its sentimental plot and musical numbers.
A representative film of Spanish cinema in the late 1930s.
The performances, particularly of the lead actress, were noted.
Google audience: Audience reactions from the time are difficult to quantify by modern standards, but the film was considered enjoyable and a successful showcase for its musical talent.
Fun Fact
The film's lead actress, Teresa López, known as 'La Macarena,' was a real-life singer and dancer whose popular appeal contributed significantly to the film's success.
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