Cast
View AllManolo Fernández
as Manolo
Miguel Vicens
as Miguel
Mike Kennedy
as Mike
Pablo Sanllehi
as Pablo
Tony Martínez
as Tony
Rafaela Aparicio
as Petra
Luis Sánchez Polack
as Lorenzo
José Luis Coll
as Pierre
Manolo Gómez Bur
as Don Hilario
Guadalupe Muñoz Sampedro
as Doña Felicia
Enriqueta Carballeira
as Elisa
Irán Eory
as Marta
Laly Soldevila
as Srta. Enriqueta
Pilar Velázquez
as Menchu
Conchita Goyanes
as Matilde
Crew
Director
- Javier Aguirre
Writer
- Miguel Rubio
- Leonardo Martín
- Eduardo Ducay
- Carlos Muñiz
- Francisco Prósper
- Javier Aguirre
- Juan Cobos
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
Los chicos con las chicas represents a fascinating example of Comedy cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Javier Aguirre brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1967, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Los chicos con las chicas took approximately 17 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 81 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 123 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 2203 individual shots.
- The costume department created over 158 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 1967, when this film was released:
- The space race between the USSR and USA was at its height.
- Social and cultural revolution was transforming Western societies.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
While Los chicos con las chicas shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Popular Music, which focuses more on action than character development, Los chicos con las chicas subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like The Blues Brothers and Noise Matters explore similar territory, Los chicos con las chicas stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: September 25, 1967
- Runtime: 1h 21m
