The Little Nightingale

Joselito is a child whose mother left town when he was just a baby and whose father has died. He lives with his grandfather, the bellringer of the town, and his best friend is the sexton. He enjoys singing and has not lost hope of someday meeting her mother.

Directed by Antonio del Amo, The Little Nightingale leans on a strong ensemble — Joselito, Lina Canalejas, Luis Induni — 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 music titles of 1957.