The Strong Arm (1958)
Agileo, a government employee, is commissioned to build a road in a town. At first, he suffers the hostility of the locals, but a letter from the government makes them believe that he is an influential character and they begin to treat him well, to the degree that he becomes the local cacique.
Director: Giovanni Korporaal
Genre: Drama, Comedy
Release Date: January 1, 1958
Cast
- Leandro Morett - Agileo
- Hermelinda Guerrero - Nacha
- Roberto M. Soto - Melesio
Screenplay
Music: Leonardo Velasquez
Editing: Giovanni Korporaal
Production: Reco Films
Country: Mexico
Language: Español
Original Language: es
Themes
Political Satire and Social Critique, Dark Comedy and Twisted Humor, Satirical Tales and Social Critique, Political Satire and Social Folly, Parody and Spoof
Keywords
mexico, politics, satire, censorship
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Strong Arm about?
- Agileo, a government employee, is commissioned to build a road in a town. At first, he suffers the hostility of the locals, but a letter from the government makes them believe that he is an influential character and they begin to treat him well, to the degree that he becomes the local cacique.
- Who directed The Strong Arm?
- The Strong Arm was directed by Giovanni Korporaal.
- Who stars in The Strong Arm?
- The Strong Arm stars Leandro Morett, Hermelinda Guerrero, Roberto M. Soto.
- What genre is The Strong Arm?
- The Strong Arm is a Drama, Comedy film.
- Where was The Strong Arm produced?
- The Strong Arm was produced in Mexico.
- What are the themes of The Strong Arm?
- The themes of The Strong Arm include: Political Satire and Social Critique, Dark Comedy and Twisted Humor, Satirical Tales and Social Critique, Political Satire and Social Folly, Parody and Spoof.