Pedro Infante’s music accompanies the most emotional moments. (Photo: Infobae México/ Jovani Pérez)
The Golden Age of Mexican cinemalocated between the years 1936 and 1959, marked a milestone in the history of Latin American cinema, consolidating itself as a period of splendor in which some of the most emblematic films in world cinematography were created.
With a combination of visual narrative, acting talent and music that remains current in the collective imagination, the productions of this era have left an indelible mark. But, which of these films is the most representative according to the artificial intelligence? Analyzing thousands of data, reviews, expert opinions and cultural impact, AI has returned the following verdict.
The movie What artificial intelligence considers the best of that time is “We the poor” (1948), directed by Ismael Rodriguez and starring Pedro InfanteBlanca Estela Pavón and, in a supporting role, Manuel Álvarez Maciste. This classic not only defined a style of cinema of social denunciation and popular comedy, but also established the concept of “the people” as heroes in a Mexican context.
Pedro Infante and Blanca Estela Pavón star in the film. (Photo: Twitter/@AcademiaCineMx)
From the perspective of the chatbot consulted, the analysis of this film has a lot to do with its lasting influence on the mexican culture. The AI analyzes appreciation patterns over time, taking into account the film’s continued popularity, evaluations by film experts, and social media, where its legacy lives on even more than seven decades after its release.
On the other hand, the AI also points to other key titles such as “There in the Rancho Grande” (1936), one of the first films that established ranchero cinema as a distinctive genre, or “Let’s go with Pancho Villa” (1936), which with its focus on the crucial moments of the Mexican Revolution, continues to be a historical and cinematographic reference.
However, the AI algorithm stands out in particular “We the poor” for its unique mix of comedy y melodramaand for its ability to connect with different generations. The plot focuses on the life of a working man and his fight to save his sick daughter, while facing the adversities of life in a popular neighborhood. The narrative combines human suffering with moments of tenderness and hope, and all of this, accompanied by Infante’s unmistakable music, becomes an emotionally powerful experience.
The scene from the film “We the Poor”, which shows the struggle of a father for his sick daughter, continues to be a reference in popular Mexican cinema. (Photo: Twitter/@MexicoesCultura)
Chat GPT also points out the importance of this film in terms of its social and political relevance. “We the poor” It represents a kind of protest against the social inequalities of the time, in a context where cinema became a tool of criticism and reflection. The interaction between the characters and the themes of poverty, love and solidarity are fundamental elements in the identification of the story.
