Toss Me a Dime
Originally released in 1958. Toss Me a Dime is a documentary film. directed by Fernando Birri. At just 33 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Guillermo Cervantes Luro, María Rosa Gallo, and Francisco Petrone
Synopsis
Everyday the children of the neighborhood known as "Tire Dié", in the city of Santa Fe, wait for the train to ask for money, shouting "Tire dié!" (toss me a dime!) to the passengers. Considered the first survey-on-film in Latin America.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 27, 1958
67 years ago
Runtime
0h 33m
33 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (18 votes)
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Argentina
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Production Companies
- Instituto de Cinematografía de la Universidad Nacional del Litoral
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Toss Me a Dime about?
Everyday the children of the neighborhood known as "Tire Dié", in the city of Santa Fe, wait for the train to ask for money, shouting "Tire dié!" (toss me a dime!) to the passengers. Considered t...
Who directed Toss Me a Dime?
Toss Me a Dime was directed by Fernando Birri.
How long is Toss Me a Dime?
Toss Me a Dime has a runtime of 0 hours and 33 minutes (33 minutes total).
When was Toss Me a Dime released?
Toss Me a Dime was released on September 27, 1958 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Toss Me a Dime?
The main cast of Toss Me a Dime includes Guillermo Cervantes Luro, María Rosa Gallo, Francisco Petrone.