Buscando una sonrisa (1972): cast, story & where to watch

1972 · Film · ★ 5.3

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Released in 1972, Buscando una sonrisa is a comedy, romance and music film directed by Rubén Galindo, running about 85 minutes.

What it’s about. The cartoonist and engineering student José plays bowling with a hippie friend when he is told that his mother, a jewelry employee, died in an accident. After burying it he remembers that on the beach he fell in love with the blonde Carla, and that he stopped seeing her when he learned that she was very rich and when he saw that he paid a traffic ticket that he could not cover. Now José wanders around the city and plans to kill himself but is almost run over by a car that Carla gets off. Both embrace.

Who’s in it. Buscando una sonrisa stars José José as José, Nadia Milton and Fernando Luján.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Buscando una sonrisa has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Buscando una sonrisa page.

If you liked it. Fans of Buscando una sonrisa tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Buscando una sonrisa (1972)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Buscando una sonrisa change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Buscando una sonrisa worth watching?
Buscando una sonrisa holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Buscando una sonrisa?
Buscando una sonrisa stars José José, Nadia Milton and Fernando Luján.
When was Buscando una sonrisa released?
Buscando una sonrisa was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.