The Spanish quinqui film

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Focusing on cine quinqui, a genre of Spanish delinquent films from the 1970s and 1980s, this study examines their portrayal of marginal youth cultures and the auditory experiences within them. It highlights the films' reflections of Spain's sociopolitical landscape during the transition to democracy, revealing insights into the criminological, economic, and political tensions of the era. This analysis offers a fresh perspective on the cultural significance of these films in understanding Spain's historical context.