Alias Gardelito (1961)

6.0/10 90 min Drama

Overview

The title of this story is taken from the name of the great Argentine singer Carlos Gardel, the idol of the antihero Toribio portrayed by Alberto Argibay. Toribio's goal in life is to emulate the famous singer and making his own way successfully in the music business. Yet at the same time, he does not stop his illegal means of making ends meet, stealing and petty thievery. Discouraged when his big break never quite materializes, Toribio heads for disaster when he joins up with a large smuggling scheme.

Cast

Alberto Argibay

Toribio Torres, alias "Gardelito"

Walter Vidarte

Picayo

Tônia Carrero

Pilar

Lautaro Murúa

Ingeniero

Raúl Parini

Feasini

Virginia Lago

Vecina de Toribio

Héctor Pellegrini

Óscar 'Cacho' Espíndola

Alberto Barcel

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