

El Portero
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.
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Cantinflas - El Portero ( pelea )
Type: Teaser • Published 2009-02-13
Top Cast
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Cantinflas
Silvia Pinal
Rosita
Carlos Martínez Baena
Don Sebastian, el profe
Óscar Pulido
Elpidio
Fernando Casanova
Raúl
José Baviera
Dr. Perfecto Lozano
Josefina del Mar
La vecina bailarina
Conchita Gentil Arcos
Doña Cuca, vecina
Pepe Martínez
Profesor examinador
Pedro Elviro
Don Fortino
Ricardo Adalid
Amigo de Raúl en fiesta (uncredited)
Felipe de Flores
Amigo de Raúl en fiesta (uncredited)
Stephen Berne
Masajista (uncredited)
Victorio Blanco
Hombre en velorio (uncredited)
Rodolfo Calvo
Hombre en velorio (uncredited)
Carmen Cabrera
Miembra del patronato (uncredited)
María Valdealde
Miembra del patronato (uncredited)
Paco Martínez
Miembro del patronato (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 8, 1950
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Miguel M. Delgado
- Screenplay & Story
- Miguel M. Delgado, Jaime Salvador
- Original Score
- Gonzalo Curiel, Galdino R. Samperio
- Original Title
- El Portero
- Country of Origin
- Mexico
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Production Studios
- POSA Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Miguel M. Delgado
Miguel M. Delgado, Jaime Salvador, Carlos León
Gonzalo Curiel, Galdino R. Samperio
Raúl Martínez Solares
Jorge Busto
Department Leadership Roster
Miguel M. Delgado
Director
Miguel M. Delgado
Screenplay
Jaime Salvador
Screenplay
Gonzalo Curiel
Original Music Composer
Raúl Martínez Solares
Director of Photography
Jorge Busto
Editor
Gunther Gerszo
Production Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About El Portero
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
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 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.
Who directed El Portero?
El Portero was directed by Miguel M. Delgado.
Who stars in El Portero?
The principal cast of El Portero includes Cantinflas, Silvia Pinal, Carlos Martínez Baena, Óscar Pulido, Fernando Casanova.
When was El Portero released and how long is it?
El Portero was released in 1950 with a total runtime of 1h 53m.
Who composed the musical score for El Portero?
The original motion picture soundtrack for El Portero was composed by Gonzalo Curiel, Galdino R. Samperio.




















