Movie

El gallo pelón

(es)

1961

50m

El gallo pelón

Drama

Overview: In the community of Vega Alta, Puerto Rico, the main character, played by the esteemed comedian José Miguel Agrelot, buys a washing machine for his wife. However, the town has no electrical power. The movie’s depiction of the jíbaro as naive and comical created a rift among the DivEdCo personnel, especially its community organizers. It was censored by the government and shelved for many years.

Status: Released

Release date: January 1, 1961

Countries of origin: Puerto Rico,

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Production companies
  • Film Unit of the Division of Community Education, Puerto Rico
  • Divedco

Top Cast

José Miguel Agrelot

José Miguel Agrelot

Frank Arredondo

Frank Arredondo

Eva Alers

Eva Alers

Américo Castellanos

Américo Castellanos

Cecilia Cavero

Cecilia Cavero