Streetcar for Sale
Se vende un tranvía
Synopsis
This excellent short film written by the magnificent filmmaker duo of Luis García Berlanga and screenwriter Rafael Azcona was to be part of a series entitled Los Pícaros (The Rogues) which was never continued. These two artists were responsible for such masterpieces of Spanish cinema as Plácido and El verdugo (The Executioner). Here, Berlanga and Azcona collaborated for the first time, setting the stage for the post-war "Berlanguiana" vision that would develop. José Luis López Vázquez plays Julián, a seedy swindler, who with his cronies tries to sell a streetcar to a rich but naive farmer, a newcomer to the city. High jinx ensue. With this film begins the great stage of Berlanga's filmmaking in which he mixes a little social criticism and notes of anti-clericalism with a great deal of farce.
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José Luis López Vázquez
Julián el Toribio
Antonio García Quijada
Felipe
María Luisa Ponte
Julia
Antonio Martínez
Víctima de la estafa
Goyo Lebrero
Próxima víctima
Chus Lampreave
Marujita
José María Tasso
Paco
Luis García Berlanga
Comprador de la baliza aerostática (uncredited)
Pedro Beltrán
Falso inspector
Luis Ciges
Manolo
Jesús Martín Heredia
Higinio el Pompitas
Luis Marín
Cobrador del segundo tranvía
Lorenzo Robledo
José Orjas
Comisario
Xan das Bolas
Marmolista
Lorenzo Villanueva Fernández
Cobrador
Simón Ramírez
Narrador (uncredited)
José María Rodríguez
Cura (uncredited)
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Juan Estelrich March
- Screenplay & Story
- Luis García Berlanga, Rafael Azcona
- Original Score
- José Pagán, Antonio Ramírez Ángel
- Original Title
- Se vende un tranvía
- Country of Origin
- Spain
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 29m
- Production Studios
- Estudios Moro
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Juan Estelrich March
Luis García Berlanga, Rafael Azcona
José Pagán, Antonio Ramírez Ángel
Francisco Sempere
Rogelio Cobos
Juan Julio Baena
Department Leadership Roster
Juan Estelrich March
Director
Luis García Berlanga
Writer
Rafael Azcona
Writer
Francisco Sempere
Director of Photography
Rogelio Cobos
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Streetcar for Sale.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Streetcar for Sale
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Streetcar for Sale about?
This excellent short film written by the magnificent filmmaker duo of Luis García Berlanga and screenwriter Rafael Azcona was to be part of a series entitled Los Pícaros (The Rogues) which was never continued. These two artists were responsible for such masterpieces of Spanish cinema as Plácido and El verdugo (The Executioner). Here, Berlanga and Azcona collaborated for the first time, setting the stage for the post-war "Berlanguiana" vision that would develop. José Luis López Vázquez plays Julián, a seedy swindler, who with his cronies tries to sell a streetcar to a rich but naive farmer, a newcomer to the city. High jinx ensue. With this film begins the great stage of Berlanga's filmmaking in which he mixes a little social criticism and notes of anti-clericalism with a great deal of farce.
Who directed Streetcar for Sale?
Streetcar for Sale was directed by Juan Estelrich March.
Who stars in Streetcar for Sale?
The principal cast of Streetcar for Sale includes José Luis López Vázquez, Antonio García Quijada, María Luisa Ponte, Antonio Martínez, Goyo Lebrero.
When was Streetcar for Sale released and how long is it?
Streetcar for Sale was released in 1959 with a total runtime of 29m.
Who composed the musical score for Streetcar for Sale?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Streetcar for Sale was composed by José Pagán, Antonio Ramírez Ángel.