May I Speak with the Enemy?

Set in Madrid in 1936, this comedy-war film follows a young man named Miguel Gila. While he initially enjoys a peaceful life living with his grandparents in a small attic, the start of the Spanish Civil War disrupts his happiness and forces him to join the military effort.

The film was directed by Alexis Morante, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Raúl Santos. It marks the first entry in a chronological list of Morante's directorial work, followed by An Island Away From You and La más Grande, both released in 2026. The production was a joint effort between Spain and Portugal, involving companies such as TVE and Movistar+. Óscar Lasarte stars in the lead role of Miguel Gila, supported by a cast including Carlos Cuevas, Natalia de Molina, Salva Reina, Adelfa Calvo, and Vicente Romero Sánchez. In total, the production credited 34 cast members and 56 crew members.

Upon its release in December 2024, the movie received a moderate reception from viewers. On TMDB, it holds a rating of 6.5/10 based on 32 votes.