El gallo pelón
Originally released in 1961. El gallo pelón is a drama film. directed by Amílcar Tirado. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring José Miguel Agrelot, Frank Arredondo, and Eva Alers
Synopsis
In the community of Vega Alta, Puerto Rico, the main character, played by the esteemed comedian José Miguel Agrelot, buys a washing machine for his wife. However, the town has no electrical power. The movie’s depiction of the jíbaro as naive and comical created a rift among the DivEdCo personnel, especially its community organizers. It was censored by the government and shelved for many years.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Production Companies
- Film Unit of the Division of Community Education, Puerto Rico
- Divedco
Frequently Asked Questions
What is El gallo pelón about?
In the community of Vega Alta, Puerto Rico, the main character, played by the esteemed comedian José Miguel Agrelot, buys a washing machine for his wife. However, the town has no electrical power....
Who directed El gallo pelón?
El gallo pelón was directed by Amílcar Tirado.
How long is El gallo pelón?
El gallo pelón has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was El gallo pelón released?
El gallo pelón was released on January 1, 1961 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in El gallo pelón?
The main cast of El gallo pelón includes José Miguel Agrelot, Frank Arredondo, Eva Alers, Américo Castellanos, Cecilia Cavero.