Arrabalera (1951 film)
1951 film
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Arrabalera is a 1951 Mexican comedy drama film directed by Joaquín Pardavé and starring Marga López, Fernando Fernández and Freddy Fernández.[1] The film's sets were designed by the art director Jorge Fernández.
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| Directed by | Joaquín Pardavé |
| Written by | Luis Manrique Joaquín Pardavé |
| Produced by | Luis Manrique |
| Starring | Marga López Fernando Fernández Freddy Fernández |
| Cinematography | Enrique Wallace |
| Edited by | Juan José Marino |
| Music by | Sergio Guerrero |
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Running time | 93 minutes |
| Country | Mexico |
| Language | Spanish |
Plot
Rosita Villaseñor (Marga López) is a hard-working, honest merchant running a small stall in the vibrant working-class neighborhood of Barrio de la Lagunilla in Mexico City. She is deeply loved by her community and is in a relationship with Roberto (Fernando Fernández), a kind local man who supports her alongside her young companion, Pichi (Freddy Fernández).
Rosita's peaceful life is completely shattered when she crosses paths with Felipe (Manolo Fábregas), a wealthy and manipulative playboy who becomes obsessed with her. Eager to exploit her beauty and background, Felipe lures Rosita out of her neighborhood under false pretenses. He ensnares her in an elaborate web of high-society intrigue, deception, and corporate fraud, using her signature to mask his illegal dealings. When Felipe's criminal enterprise collapses, he leaves Rosita to take the blame, resulting in her wrongful arrest and imprisonment.
While Rosita suffers behind bars, Roberto, Pichi, and the loyal residents of La Lagunilla refuse to abandon her. Mobilizing the collective strength and deep solidarity of the neighborhood, they work tirelessly to unmask Felipe's schemes and prove her innocence. Through their fierce loyalty and an ultimate courtroom exposure, Rosita is fully exonerated and released from prison, returning to her neighborhood to find her faith in love and community completely restored.
Partial cast
- Marga López as Rosita Villaseñor
- Fernando Fernández as Roberto
- Freddy Fernández as Pichi
- Manolo Fábregas as Felipe
- Manolita Saval as Ana María
- Armando Velasco as Don Juanito Dueñas
- Joaquín Cordero as Luis
- Quintín Bulnes as Belindo
- Aurora Walker as Doña Lupe
- Pascual García Peña
- Eufrosina García as Doña Epifania
- Trio Los Panchitos as Cantantes
- Roberto G. Rivera as Cantante
- Manuel Hernández as Cantante
- Eva Garza as Cantante
- Trio Martino as Grupo musical
