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The Heifer (1985)

6.719852h 2mES
ComedyWar

Directed by Luis García Berlanga

Rating

6.7/10

Runtime

2h 2m

Language

ES

Release

March 6, 1985

Director

Luis García Berlanga

Overview

During the Spanish Civil War a platoon of mismatched Republican soldiers cross the front-line to steal the bull that the enemy is going to fight on the local holiday of the nearby village. In addition to ruining the Nationalist faction's celebration they want the animal in order to butcher it and fe...

Cast

Alfredo Landa

Alfredo Landa

Brigada Castro

Guillermo Montesinos

Guillermo Montesinos

Mariano

Santiago Ramos

Santiago Ramos

Limeño

Juanjo Puigcorbé

Juanjo Puigcorbé

Alférez

José Sacristán

José Sacristán

Teniente Broseta

Carles Velat

Carles Velat

Cura

Eduardo Calvo

Eduardo Calvo

Coronel Republicano

Violeta Cela

Violeta Cela

Guadalupe

Agustín González

Agustín González

Comandante Nacional

María Luisa Ponte

María Luisa Ponte

Juana

Amelia de la Torre

Amelia de la Torre

Adela

Carlos Tristancho

Carlos Tristancho

Cartujano

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Heifer (1985), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

During the Spanish Civil War a platoon of mismatched Republican soldiers cross the front-line to steal the bull that the enemy is going to fight on the local holiday of the nearby village. In addition to ruining the Nationalist faction's celebration they want the animal in order to butcher it and feed their famished troops. They get caught in the process and have to go through a series of funny and pathetic incidents before they can get back to their side.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Heifer. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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