El género chico
El género chico is a feature film. directed by Samuel Alarcón. At just 70 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
At the end of the 19th century, a musical theater industry emerged in Spain that brought illiterate people into theaters, becoming their preferred form of entertainment: the Género Chico. The success of works like "La verbena de la paloma", "La Gran Vía", "Chateau Margaux", and "Dúo de la Africana", among hundreds of others, made their songs echo in homes, cafés, and streets, first in Madrid and later in all Spanish-speaking cities. Chueca, Chapí, Giménez, Vives, and Caballero were creators of the pop hits of the moment, which crossed the Atlantic and the Pyrenees to be heard all over the world.
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is El género chico about?
At the end of the 19th century, a musical theater industry emerged in Spain that brought illiterate people into theaters, becoming their preferred form of entertainment: the Género Chico. The succ...
Who directed El género chico?
El género chico was directed by Samuel Alarcón.
How long is El género chico?
El género chico has a runtime of 1 hours and 10 minutes (70 minutes total).