Los taxistas del humor
Los taxistas del humor

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Los taxistas del humor

1987
Movie
90 min
Spanish

Three stories in which one of the protagonists is a metered car driver.

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Director: Juan Antonio de la RivaGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

This Mexican comedy follows the misadventures of a group of taxi drivers who moonlight as petty criminals. Led by the charismatic but bumbling El Chino, they devise various schemes to make quick money, often leading to chaotic and hilarious situations. Their attempts to pull off heists and evade the police are a constant source of comedic conflict.

Critical Reception

Generally regarded as a lighthearted, albeit low-brow, comedy that capitalized on the popularity of its comedic actors in the late 1980s Mexican film industry. Critics at the time often noted its predictable plot but acknowledged its entertainment value for audiences seeking simple laughs.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its slapstick humor and the comedic chemistry of its lead actors.

  • Criticized for its thin plot and reliance on common comedic tropes.

  • Seen as a typical example of the era's popular Mexican comedies.

Google audience: Audience reviews, where available, typically highlight the film as a fun, nostalgic watch for fans of the actors involved, appreciating the lighthearted comedy and goofy antics.

Fun Fact

The film is part of a wave of Mexican 'comedias rancheras' and urban comedies that often featured popular comedians in ensemble casts, aiming for broad audience appeal.

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