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Cantinflas (PG)

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The Review

Cantinflas, an adlibbing comedian that stole the hearts and minds of the people in Mexico. His fame didn't end there. He was adaptable to many roles that made him a sensation worldwide. How did he get to that point... We are invited to see how Marioļ¾ Moreno becomes Cantinflas. A simple stagehand turns tent performer. Along the way, he learns that family doesn't have to be blood. As hard as others try to make him what they want him to be, he just can't fit into a typical box. He has to be himself. We see how his ability to adapt and AdLib his lines skyrocketed him to stardom. Along this journey we see a producer who is determined to make a movie on a shoestring budget. He makes promises and deals to get an all-star cast together. The cornerstone of this is getting Cantinflas to agree to be a part of it. Cantinflas wants nothing to do with the idea, he wants to be Cantinflas so much that he loses who he is. In doing so he risks all that is important to him including his Russian love. Just when all seems lost, a bright light shines on his career and opens a door for him. What makes a man? Is it our accomplishments or our heart... You'll have to watch and see. An absolutely heartwarming tale of rags to riches. Though this movie would be easier enjoyed by someone bilingual in English and Spanish, it can be enjoyed by either. The film is in both languages with the contrary one in subtitles. Taking turns throughout. Taking the time to read the subtitles takes away from some of the scenes, though inevitably the story shines through. Touching and sweet, a story you'll remember for sure.

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