Perico Ripiao

Perico Ripiao

7.3IMDb Score
Released:2003-11-27
Genre:Comedy
Duration:94 min
Director:Ángel Muñiz
Actors:Raymond Pozo, Miguel Céspedes, Manolo Ozuna, Tony Pascual, Phillip Rodríguez
Production:Cigua Films

Overview:

Three convicted criminals escape from prison carrying only a güiro, a tambor and an accordion. During their journey, they meet with a bunch of interesting characters and are forced to use their musical skills to help them get home.

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