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Release Year1976
Runtime1h 22m
LanguageSpanish
CertificationNR
GenresComedy
Votes8
DirectorEnrique Cahen Salaberry
WritersJorge Porcel, Oscar Viale
TypeFeature Film
Rating6.9 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsEl gordo de América
About El gordo de América
To celebrate his promotion, a manager (Javier Portales) decides to summon his brother from the field, but as he did not stop making disasters he sends him back. His brother (Jorge Porcel) is not convinced and dazzled by an advertisement decides to set up an investigation office.
Directed by Enrique Cahen Salaberry, El gordo de América leans on a strong ensemble — Jorge Porcel, Elizabeth Killian, Javier Portales — 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 1976.
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