El Portero
Originally released in 1950. El Portero is a comedy film. directed by Miguel M. Delgado.
Starring Cantinflas, Silvia Pinal, and Carlos Martínez Baena
Synopsis
Cantinflas works as a porter, who writes letters and speeches in his old writing machine to earn an extra money, despite the fact that he still goes to school. The sentimental issues come when Cantinflas falls in love of his pretty neighborhood (Silvia Pinal), who is handicapped and unable to walk. The thing wont be easy, because a young military man also has feelings for the girl. But the porter wants to see her happy, and he will become a sort of Cyrano De Bergerac, writing love letters to her signed by the young soldier. His plan is simple: to win money in the horse races in order to pay the operation which will make her walk again.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 3, 1950
75 years ago
Runtime
1h 53m
113 minutes total
User Rating
7.5/10
Great (55 votes)
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Mexico
Production
Director
Top Cast
Cantinflas
as Cantinflas
Silvia Pinal
as Rosita
Carlos Martínez Baena
as Don Sebastian, el profe
Óscar Pulido
as Elpidio
Fernando Casanova
as Raúl
José Baviera
as Dr. Perfecto Lozano
Josefina del Mar
as La vecina bailarina
Conchita Gentil Arcos
as Doña Cuca, vecina
Pepe Martínez
as Profesor examinador
Pedro Elviro
as Don Fortino
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Production Companies
- POSA Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Portero about?
Cantinflas works as a porter, who writes letters and speeches in his old writing machine to earn an extra money, despite the fact that he still goes to school. The sentimental issues come when Cant...
Who directed El Portero?
El Portero was directed by Miguel M. Delgado.
How long is El Portero?
El Portero has a runtime of 1 hours and 53 minutes (113 minutes total).
When was El Portero released?
El Portero was released on May 3, 1950 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in El Portero?
The main cast of El Portero includes Cantinflas, Silvia Pinal, Carlos Martínez Baena, Óscar Pulido, Fernando Casanova.