New Film Release

The film 'The Cockroach', shot in Ubrique, premieres on September 1st

On Saturday, September 1, 2012 the premiere of “The Cockroach” will be shown at the IES. Maestro Francisco Fatou's short film “El Cucaracha”, which was shot in April in various areas involving Ubrique neighbors as extras and supporting actors, according to the City Council’s  website. 15 minutes long, it was prepared by the production company Filasexta Productions and as a modern day the western, which tells the story of "Cockroach", starring Antonio Pica Jerez, a man who despite the times, is caught up in the role of an American cowboy seeking treasure in a small town in southern Spain. Directed by Manuel Ruiz and produced by the team of Filasexta, this project has the support of more than 63 companies, including CNG or Jerez Casting Film Commission and institutions such as the City of Ubrique.

El Cucaracha – Spanish title

The Cockroach – English title

A 2012 Spanish production [Filasexta Producciones (Cadiz)]

Producer: Javier Gómez, Pablo Cotán

Director: Manuel Ruiz Rodriquez

Story: Paz Velázquez

Screenplay: Paz Velázquez

Cinematography: Nando Tolero, Curro Gómez, Elisa Sánchez [color]

Music: Juan Marchena

Running time: 15 minutes

Cast:

Anselmo ‘Cockroach’ Galera - Antonio Pica (Antonio Serrano)

With: Nando Tolero, Dioni Torres, Paco Enterría, Juan Manuel Suárez, David Sánchez, Benjamín Amores

"Cockroach" is a man who despite the times, is caught up in the role of an American cowboy seeking treasure in a small town in southern Spain. He establishes a friendship with Francisco, a townsman who shows a particular interest in the old cowboy, while his past and trying to chase him derails all reality.

“El Cucaracha” premiers tomorrow September 1, 2012 in Ubrique, Andalusia, Spain

YouTube link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J8-R_1rK5eM&list=UUnJVhd8XAxEKUqE3HE_pknw&index=1&feature=plcp