
🎬 Title: Jokes & Cigarettes / Saben aquell
Story: Set in Barcelona during the late 1960s, the film follows Eugenio, a passionate young jeweler who becomes infatuated with Conchita, a talented singer. To support her performances, he decides to learn the guitar, but first, he must confront his fear of performing on stage.
⭐ Rating: 7.1 (54 votes)
📅 Release date: November 1, 2023
⏱️ Runtime: 1 hour 49 minutes
🎭 Genres: Drama
🎬 Director: David Trueba
✍️ Writers: David Trueba, Albert Espinosa
🌍 Country: Spain
🏢 Production Companies: Ikiru Films, La Terraza Films, Atresmedia
💼 Production: | 📈 Revenue: $964,602

👥 Cast: David Verdaguer (Eugenio), Carolina Yuste (Conchita), César Tormo (Businessman), Francesc Ferrer (Manager), Sigfrid Monleón (Priest), Candela Serrat (Victòria), Valentí Guardiola (Bus Man), Marina Salas (Mari Carmen), Quimet Pla (Eugenio’s Father), Matilde Muñiz (Eugenio’s Mother)
Editor’s Note: Here’s a brief overview of Jokes & Cigarettes (2023): The film embraces its dramatic themes without feeling clichéd. Under David Trueba’s direction, it maintains a consistent pace and captures the essence of its setting. The performances, particularly by David Verdaguer, Carolina Yuste, and César Tormo, elevate the narrative with emotional depth. At a runtime of 1 hour and 49 minutes, the film flows smoothly and avoids lingering unnecessarily on scenes. While it has minor flaws, its strengths make it worth watching. If the storyline resonates with you, be sure to add it to your watchlist.
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