Elena (played by Libertad Lamarque) is a protagonist in ¡Tango!.
The female lead representing the classic tango archetype of an innocent slum girl. She is seduced by promises of a glamorous life and abandons her humble lover, ultimately facing the consequences when her looks fade. Pepe el bonito (played by Pepe Arias) is a protagonist in ¡Tango!.
A supporting character, likely serving as a comedic foil or loyal companion to the protagonist, balancing the sentimental tone with humor as typical of the genre. Tita (played by Tita Merello) appears in ¡Tango!.
A supporting cast member contributing to the film's melodramatic and revue structure. Her specific narrative role is not detailed in the synopsis but fits the ensemble format. Alberto (played by Alberto Gómez) appears in ¡Tango!.
The central protagonist and heartbroken hero. He is a young man abandoned by his girlfriend for an older, wealthier rival, and the narrative follows his subsequent misfortunes. He appears in the final scene dressed as a traditional compadrito singing Milonga del 900. Alicia (played by Alicia Vignoli) appears in ¡Tango!.
A supporting character within the film's social or neighborhood settings. Her role supports the stylized narrative and musical segments. Berretín (played by Luis Sandrini) appears in ¡Tango!.
The older, affluent antagonist figure who embodies the seductive rich man trope from tango songs. He lures Elena away from her past, setting the melodrama in motion. Mecha (played by Meneca Taihiada) appears in ¡Tango!.
A supporting character appearing in the film's revue-style sequences, contributing to the overall tango cultural atmosphere. Malandra (played by Juan Sarcione) appears in ¡Tango!.
A supporting character, possibly representing a figure within the tango-themed social circles or underworld depicted in the stylized plot.
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Characters
Elena
(played by Libertad Lamarque) — protagonist
The female lead representing the classic tango archetype of an innocent slum girl. She is seduced by promises of a glamorous life and abandons her humble lover, ultimately facing the consequences when...
Pepe el bonito
(played by Pepe Arias) — protagonist
A supporting character, likely serving as a comedic foil or loyal companion to the protagonist, balancing the sentimental tone with humor as typical of the genre.
Tita
(played by Tita Merello) — supporting
A supporting cast member contributing to the film's melodramatic and revue structure. Her specific narrative role is not detailed in the synopsis but fits the ensemble format.
Alberto
(played by Alberto Gómez) — supporting
The central protagonist and heartbroken hero. He is a young man abandoned by his girlfriend for an older, wealthier rival, and the narrative follows his subsequent misfortunes. He appears in the final...
Alicia
(played by Alicia Vignoli) — supporting
A supporting character within the film's social or neighborhood settings. Her role supports the stylized narrative and musical segments.
Berretín
(played by Luis Sandrini) — supporting
The older, affluent antagonist figure who embodies the seductive rich man trope from tango songs. He lures Elena away from her past, setting the melodrama in motion.
Mecha
(played by Meneca Taihiada) — supporting
A supporting character appearing in the film's revue-style sequences, contributing to the overall tango cultural atmosphere.
Malandra
(played by Juan Sarcione) — supporting
A supporting character, possibly representing a figure within the tango-themed social circles or underworld depicted in the stylized plot.
Herself
(played by Mercedes Simone) — supporting
Key Relationships
Elena → Alicia
(Social Friend)
Pepe el bonito → Herself
(Narrative Inspiration)
Herself → Herself
(Professional Co-Performer)
Berretín → Malandra
(Professional Colleague)
Pepe el bonito → Berretín
(Alliance Teammate)
Tita → Mecha
(Social Friend)
Pepe el bonito → Tita
(Social Confidante)
Pepe el bonito → Alberto
(Conflict Rival)
Elena → Alberto
(Romantic Seducer & Victim)
Pepe el bonito → Elena
(Romantic Lovers)
Story Analysis
A melodramatic tango revue tracing romantic betrayal, personal misfortune, and theatrical resolution through song.
