Saura, Carlos	...	(Director)
Rafael Azcona, José Sanchís Sinisterra	...	(Writer)
Carmen Maura	...	Carmela
Andrés Pajares	...	Paulino
Gabino Diego	...	Gustavete
Maurizio De Razza	...	Lt. Ripamonte
José Sancho	...	Capitán
Mario De Candia	...	Bruno
Miguel Rellán	...	Teniente interrogador
Edward Zentara	...	Polish Officer
Rafael Díaz	...	Centinela
Chema Mazo	...	Alcalde
Antonio Fuentes	...	Alférez artillero
Mario Martín	...	Cacique
Emilio del Valle	...	Cabo Cardoso
Silvia Casanova	...	Mujer presa
Alfonso Guirao	...	Campesino

Summary: Paulino and Carmela are husband and wife, troubadours touring the countryside during the Spanish Civil War. They are Republicans, and with their mute assistant, Gustavete, they journey into rebel territory by mistake. They are arrested, fear a firing squad, and receive a reprieve from an Italian Fascist commander who loves the theatre. He arranges a performance for his troops, bargaining with Paulino to stage a burlesque of the republic in exchange for the actors' freedom. Will the fiery and patriotic Carmela consent?