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El género chico

1h 10m

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.

Quick Facts

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Runtime 1h 10m 70 minutes total
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Language English Original language

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).