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100m
SPA25: May I Speak with the Enemy?
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Synopsis
Australian premiere
¿Es el enemigo? La película de Gila
Newcomer Óscar Lasarte delivers a standout performance as Miguel Gila in this witty yet sensitive tribute to the comedian, who pioneered stand-up comedy in Spain. Directed and co-written by Alexis Morante, May I Speak with the Enemy? is a heartfelt and amusing tragicomedy, based on incredible true events and Miguel Gila’s own monologues.
1936. Teenager Miguel Gila lives a simple life with his grandparents in a working-class neighborhood in Madrid. Despite the family’s difficulties, their home is happy. Miguel enjoys accompanying his grandmother to the cinema, helping his grandfather with his woodwork and having adventures with his neighborhood friends, led by his best friend Pedro.
But the outbreak of the Civil War changes Miguel’s destiny. He is scared, but spurred on by Pedro, he joins the war, promising his grandmother that he will return safe and sound and not leave his friend’s side. Taking his optimism and sense of humour with him to the trenches, he managed to survive a multitude of misfortunes that would later inspire his comedy.
WINNER | Best New Actor, Cinema Writers Circle Awards 2025
WINNER | Best Director, Best Supporting Actress, Best Adapted Screenplay, Premios Carmen 2025
OFFICIAL SELECTION | San Sebastián Film Festival 2024
Spanish with English subtitles
Rating
CTC
Length
100m
Reviews
A feel-good movie and a crowd-pleaser that will move and make you laugh in its tribute to the comedian.
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