The Tobacconist of Vallecas
Originally released in 1987. The Tobacconist of Vallecas is a comedy/drama film. directed by Eloy de la Iglesia.
Starring Emma Penella, José Luis Gómez, and Maribel Verdú
Synopsis
Leandro, an unemployed mason and his friend, Tocho, attempt to rob a tobacconist in the Vallecas district of Madrid, but Mrs. Justa, the tobacconist, impedes it alerting the neighbors who notify police. Inside the shop, the confrontation between the two friends and their 'hostages', the tobacconist and her niece Angeles, is relaxing, and a budding sympathy arises between them.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 9, 1987
38 years ago
Runtime
1h 46m
106 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (53 votes)
Box Office
$312K
Worldwide gross
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Spain
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
- Revenue
- $312,010
Production Companies
- Compañía Iberoamericana de TV
- Ega Medios Audiovisuales
- Ministerio de Cultura
- TVE
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Tobacconist of Vallecas about?
Leandro, an unemployed mason and his friend, Tocho, attempt to rob a tobacconist in the Vallecas district of Madrid, but Mrs. Justa, the tobacconist, impedes it alerting the neighbors who notify po...
Who directed The Tobacconist of Vallecas?
The Tobacconist of Vallecas was directed by Eloy de la Iglesia.
How long is The Tobacconist of Vallecas?
The Tobacconist of Vallecas has a runtime of 1 hours and 46 minutes (106 minutes total).
When was The Tobacconist of Vallecas released?
The Tobacconist of Vallecas was released on April 9, 1987 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Tobacconist of Vallecas?
The main cast of The Tobacconist of Vallecas includes Emma Penella, José Luis Gómez, Maribel Verdú, José Luis Manzano, Fernando Guillén.