Monte Criollo
Synopsis
Lucy is a woman of shady past who convinces Argüello and Carlos to install an illegal gambling hall on a cabaret that worked legally. When Argüello is interested romantically in her, it rejects it because it is attracted by Carlos, a womanizer singer. The obsession for her leads Argüello to cheat in the game that he holds with Carlos and manages to ruin him, but finally both fight and Argüello dies stabbed but without denouncing his aggressor to recover his self-esteem as a professional player.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Arturo S. Mom
- Screenplay & Story
- Arturo S. Mom
- Original Score
- Francisco Pracánico
- Original Title
- Monte Criollo
- Country of Origin
- Argentina
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 5m
- Production Studios
- Argentina Sono Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Arturo S. Mom
Arturo S. Mom
Francisco Pracánico
Francis Boeniger
Department Leadership Roster
Arturo S. Mom
Director
Arturo S. Mom
Writer
Francis Boeniger
Director of Photography
Francisco Pracánico
Original Music Composer
Juan Manuel Concado
Production Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Monte Criollo
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What is Monte Criollo about?
Lucy is a woman of shady past who convinces Argüello and Carlos to install an illegal gambling hall on a cabaret that worked legally. When Argüello is interested romantically in her, it rejects it because it is attracted by Carlos, a womanizer singer. The obsession for her leads Argüello to cheat in the game that he holds with Carlos and manages to ruin him, but finally both fight and Argüello dies stabbed but without denouncing his aggressor to recover his self-esteem as a professional player.
Who directed Monte Criollo?
Monte Criollo was directed by Arturo S. Mom.
Who stars in Monte Criollo?
The principal cast of Monte Criollo includes Nedda Francy, Francisco Petrone, Florindo Ferrario, Domingo Sapelli, Oscar Villa.
When was Monte Criollo released and how long is it?
Monte Criollo was released in 1935 with a total runtime of 1h 5m.
Who composed the musical score for Monte Criollo?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Monte Criollo was composed by Francisco Pracánico.