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Un millón en la basura

1967 · 90 min Comedy Drama
6.8 / 10 · TMDB

In the vast army of human society, Pepe, a sweeper, occupies one of the last places: anonymous, gray, vague. Pepe is a member of that ghostly dawn brigade, to blow hose, clean the streets at dawn. One day Pepe finds a million in the trash. Financial need of the poor sweeper suggests keeping the money, but his wife advises him to do his civic duty and return the money ...

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Year 1967
Country Spain
Genre Comedy, Drama
Director José María Forqué
Runtime 90 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.8/10 (13 votes)

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The film constructs its narrative on the clash between the gray routine of labor and the dazzling temptation of sudden wealth. It explores the internal conflict of an honest man more than social inequality, relying on comedic situations to expose the absurdity of conventions.

Those who tire of heavy dramas will find a thoughtful parable about the price of a clear conscience, where laughter is just a wrapper for serious questions. What lingers after the credits is a quiet reflection on what we truly value. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: José María Forqué

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