Placido
Originally released in 1962. Placido is a comedy film. directed by Luis García Berlanga. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Cassen, José Luis López Vázquez, and Elvira Quintillá
Synopsis
In a small Spanish town, during the Christmas holidays, a group of rich old ladies organize a peculiar event that consists of inviting a homeless person to sit down to dinner at their wealthy table. Plácido, a humble worker, is hired by the organizers to participate in a parade with his three-wheeled vehicle, a seemingly simple mission that will not be easy for him to accomplish.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 27, 1962
63 years ago
Runtime
1h 24m
84 minutes total
User Rating
7.7/10
Great (86 votes)
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Spain
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Production Companies
- Jet Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Placido about?
In a small Spanish town, during the Christmas holidays, a group of rich old ladies organize a peculiar event that consists of inviting a homeless person to sit down to dinner at their wealthy table...
Who directed Placido?
Placido was directed by Luis García Berlanga.
How long is Placido?
Placido has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).
When was Placido released?
Placido was released on June 27, 1962 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Placido?
The main cast of Placido includes Cassen, José Luis López Vázquez, Elvira Quintillá, Manuel Alexandre, Mario Bustos.