Barcelona

In the vibrant setting of 1980s Barcelona, "The Uptight Salesman" delves into the lives of two cousins, Ted Boynton and Fred, whose paths intersect amidst a backdrop of professional challenges and personal growth. As an uptight salesman for a Chicago-based company, Ted navigates the demanding corporate landscape in Barcelona while his free-spirited cousin, Fred, visits on a naval mission to foster relationships between the U.S. fleet and the Spanish community.The film explores the contrasting worlds of these two characters as they each embark on their own unique journeys. Ted struggles with balancing the expectations of his job while also trying to adapt to the relaxed lifestyle in Barcelona, eventually finding solace through new relationships he forms. Meanwhile, Fred's public relations mission unravels a series of conflicts with the locals, forcing him to confront and navigate through cultural differences that challenge his perspectives on life and responsibility.This movie offers an intriguing tale of human connection and self-discovery as it unfolds against the colorful backdrop of Spain in the 1980s. With its captivating narrative of personal growth, "The Uptight Salesman" invites viewers to reflect on their own notions of societal expectations, relationships, and identity within a changing world.