El muchacho alegre (1948)

In the rustic heartland of a quaint village, Luis Coronado, a charismatic and spirited young rancher, is deeply ensnared in a clandestine romance with a beautiful village girl. Unbeknownst to them, her father, the town's vigilant sheriff, vehemently disapproves of their secret tryst. He harbors dreams of his daughter marrying an educated city man - an engineer. However, his daughter's heart is resolute, bound by a love that knows no social boundaries. The village is soon abuzz with the anticipation of a grand dance. Luis, the jovially spirited young man, is compelled by love to attend the dance, hoping to steal a moment with his beloved. However, the dance floor becomes a battleground when Luis and the city engineer confront each other. The sheriff intervenes, sternly warning Luis to stay away from his daughter. In the heat of the moment, Luis makes a reckless threat, vowing to kill the engineer. The plot thickens when the engineer is mysteriously murdered. The finger of suspicion points to Luis, fueled by his public proclamation. His loyal friend, in a desperate attempt to protect him, urges him to flee and seek refuge. Meanwhile, Luis's beloved stands unwavering in her conviction of his innocence, even as her father embarks on a relentless quest for justice. In a shocking twist, Luis discovers that his trusted friend - the one urging him to flee - is the true culprit, intending to betray him. Determined to clear his name, Luis escapes his hideout, vowing to reveal the truth to the sheriff before the village clock chimes five. In a race against time, Luis must navigate through a labyrinth of deceit and betrayal to prove his innocence. "El muchacho alegre" is a riveting tale of love, friendship, and justice, where every tick of the clock brings a new revelation, keeping the viewer on the edge of their seat till the very end.

El muchacho alegre is a drama movie directed by Alejandro Galindo.

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