I Am Very Macho

I Am Very Macho

1953 · 80 min · ★ 6.6 · Drama, Comedy

To help her pilot brother, Maria disguises as a man to take his place, and must live in the jungle with a very "macho" captain, eventually falling in love.

Directed by José Díaz Morales · Written by José Díaz Morales

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