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El ratero de la vecindad

1982 · 87 min Comedy Crime
7.6 / 10 · TMDB

Roberto, a bumbling thief, meticulously crafts the image of an honest mechanic for his son Pepito and the entire neighborhood. His carefully constructed double life teeters on the edge of collapse, especially with the arrival of a blonde newcomer who captures his heart. By day, he fixes cars; by night, he leads the gang known as "The Elegants," whose heists consistently spiral into chaotic chases and hilarious blunders. This constant juggling act forces him into increasingly absurd and frantic situations to maintain his façade.

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Year 1982
Country Mexico
Genre Comedy, Crime
Director Gilberto Martínez Solares
Runtime 87 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.6/10 (50 votes)

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The film cleverly mines humor from the gap between domestic respectability and criminal ineptitude, resulting in a lighthearted, warm comedy. The laughs stem from recognizable human folly and the universal desire to be a hero in one's own home.

What lingers after the final chase is the film's gentle heart, reminding us that sometimes the greatest heist is stealing a moment of happiness for your family. It’s a charming, unpretentious farce. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Gilberto Martínez Solares

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