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Wait for Me in Heaven (1988)

Movie ★ 6.6 106 min

Comedy

Pepe Soriano plays a Madrid shopkeeper who is kidnapped by henchmen of Franco in this political comedy. After his kidnapping, he is forced to become the dictator's double for many official ceremonies. Due to his long and unexplained absence, Pepe's wife believes her husband has been abducted and killed, so she tries to reach her husband through spiritualism. After Pepe surprises her with a nocturnal visit, he tells her he will touch his ear to signal it is he and not Franco in public appearances.

Antonio Mercero Director

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Quick facts

Released
January 28, 1988
Runtime
106 min
IMDb
tt0092982
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Cast

Pepe Soriano Pepe Soriano Paulino Alonso José «Saza» Sazatornil José «Saza» Sazatornil Alberto Sinsoles Chus Lampreave Chus Lampreave Emilia Manolo Codeso Manolo Codeso Luis Amparo Valle Amparo Valle Rosa

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Frequently asked questions

What is Wait for Me in Heaven about?
Pepe Soriano plays a Madrid shopkeeper who is kidnapped by henchmen of Franco in this political comedy. After his kidnapping, he is forced to become the dictator's double for many official ceremonies. Due to his long and unexplained absence, Pepe's wife believes her husband has been abducted and killed, so she tries to reach her husband through spiritualism. After Pepe surprises her with a nocturnal visit, he tells her he will touch his ear to signal it is he and not Franco in public appearances.
Who directed Wait for Me in Heaven?
Wait for Me in Heaven was directed by Antonio Mercero.
Who stars in Wait for Me in Heaven?
Wait for Me in Heaven stars Pepe Soriano, José «Saza» Sazatornil, Chus Lampreave, Manolo Codeso.
When was Wait for Me in Heaven released?
Wait for Me in Heaven is a 1988 comedy film.
Where can I watch Wait for Me in Heaven?
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