SPA25 May I Speak with the Enemy?
DirectorAlexis Morante
CastsSalvador Calvo, Natalia de Molina, Carlos Cuevas, Óscar Lasarte
Duration100 minutes
GenreFilm Festival, Biography, Comedy
Trailer & Synopsis
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.
SPA25 May I Speak with the Enemy? is showing in cinemas since June 12, 2025 to July 15, 2025
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