
After witnessing man's landing on the Moon on television, several friends from the Spanish village of Minglanillas decide to do the same and build their own rocket.
Directed by Javier Aguirre, El astronauta leans on a strong ensemble — Tony Leblanc, José «Saza» Sazatornil, Antonio Ferrandis — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about comedy titles of 1970.
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