Cantinflas Meets Colonel, Rosalinda's Father | El Circo (1943)

Cantinflas Meets Colonel, Rosalinda's Father | El Circo (1943). El Circo (1943) is one of the classic Mexican comedy films starring Mario Moreno “Cantinflas”, with Cantinflas playing a poor shoemaker whose life changes after he meets Rosalinda (Gloria Lynch), a beautiful circus rider. In this scene, Cantinflas meets the Colonel (Eduardo Arozamena), Rosalinda's father and the owner of the circus. Cantinflas becomes fascinated with Rosalinda and looks for a way to become part of the Gran Circo Estrella, beginning his hilarious journey into circus life. The movie blends Cantinflas' famous physical comedy, clever wordplay, romance and chaotic situations with the colorful world of a traveling circus. Wikipedia Directed by Miguel M. Delgado from a screenplay by Miguel M. Delgado and Jaime Salvador, El Circo is a 1943 Mexican comedy with a runtime of about 90 minutes. The story follows Cantinflas as he goes from working as a shoemaker to becoming a circus employee, largely because of his attraction to Rosalinda. However, Rosalinda's father, the Colonel, is facing serious financial problems and owes money to Don Elías (Ángel T. Sala). Elías threatens to take control of the circus unless the debt is paid, while Rosalinda is pressured to marry him. Cantinflas eventually becomes involved in the circus acts and unexpectedly attempts a dangerous harness performance, helping create a sensation that attracts an investor and gives the struggling circus a chance to survive. IMDb The film also features Estanislao Schillinsky as the master of ceremonies, Rafael Burguete as Hércules, Tito Novaro as Ricardo and Leonid Kinskey as a Russian customer of Cantinflas. Behind the camera, the movie was photographed by legendary Mexican cinematographer Gabriel Figueroa, produced by Jacques Gelman and Santiago Reachi, and scored by Manuel Esperón. El Circo is especially notable for combining Mexican Golden Age cinema, circus comedy, romance, slapstick, acrobatics and Cantinflas' distinctive comic character, making it a strong classic-movie search topic for viewers interested in vintage Mexican cinema and early Cantinflas films. TVGuide.com 🎬 What's Inside Cantinflas meets the Colonel, Rosalinda's father Mario Moreno “Cantinflas” and Eduardo Arozamena The Gran Circo Estrella Cantinflas' journey from shoemaker to circus worker Rosalinda and her father's struggling circus Classic Mexican comedy and Golden Age cinema Circus performances, romance and physical comedy 🤯 FACT ONLY 1% OF FANS KNOW Hollywood character actor Leonid Kinskey appears in El Circo as a Russian customer of Cantinflas' shoemaking business. His cameo happened because Kinskey was in Mexico at the time to film the English-language version of another movie, giving him an unexpected connection to the production. Wikipedia #ElCirco #ElCirco1943 #Cantinflas #MarioMoreno #GloriaLynch #EduardoArozamena #Rosalinda #CantinflasMovies #MexicanCinema #MexicanComedy #GoldenAgeOfMexicanCinema #ClassicMovies #1940sMovies #CircusMovie #Filmonger #FilmongerClassics © Sony Pictures 🎟️ Watch or Rent Elcirco Now! https://www.sonypictures.com/movies/e... FilMonger Classics helps you discover the best Hollywood movie scenes and iconic TV series moments from the '90s and 2000s. From unforgettable action, drama, comedy, and thriller scenes to legendary characters and timeless classics, we bring you the most memorable moments from your favorite movies and shows. Subscribe for daily uploads and relive the greatest Hollywood classics every day!