Funny Dirty Little War

Funny Dirty Little War

1983 · 73 min · ★ 6.7 · Comedy

A small revolution breaks out in a small Argentine town, as one group of Peronists calls they newly elected peronist a communist. The newly elected official enlists the aid of allies ranging from the town drunk to young peronists to help hold his post. What follows is a slapstick war with a serious message.

Directed by Héctor Olivera · Written by Roberto Cossa

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