SPA25 May I Speak with the Enemy?

SPA25 May I Speak with the Enemy?

SPA25 May I Speak with the Enemy?

¿Es el  enemigo? La película de Gila  

AUSTRALIAN PREMIERE

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.

“A feel-good movie and a crowd-pleaser that will move and make you laugh in its tribute to the comedian.” - Mundo Cine

WINNER - Best New Actor, Cinema Writers Circle Awards 2025

WINNER - Best Director, Best Supporting Actress, Best Adapted Screenplay, Premios Carmen 2025

OFFICIAL SELECTION - San Sebastián Film Festival 2024

Spain, Portugal

Rating: CTC
Runtime: 100 mins

Spanish with English subtitles

Session Times

Eastend Cinemas
Thu, Jun 12:
20:15

Thu, Jun 19:
18:00

Wed, Jun 25:
16:00

Sat, Jun 28:
13:45

Wed, Jul 2:
14:00

Prospect Cinemas
Mon, Jun 16:
20:15

Sat, Jun 21:
20:30

Tue, Jun 24:
13:15

Sun, Jun 29:
15:50

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