Lumiton

Lumiton was an Argentine film studio and production company active during the Golden Age of Argentine Cinema, primarily from the 1930s to the early 1950s. It was one of the two major studios, along with Argentina Sono Film, that dominated the Argentine film industry during this period.

Lumiton was founded in 1932 in Munro, Buenos Aires, by Enrique Telémaco Susini, Luis Romero Carranza, and other partners. The studio distinguished itself through its emphasis on technical innovation and high production values. It pioneered the use of sound film technology in Argentina and invested heavily in studio infrastructure and equipment.

The studio is recognized for producing a wide range of films, including comedies, dramas, musicals, and historical epics. Many prominent Argentine actors, directors, and technicians worked at Lumiton, contributing to the development of the country's film industry. Notable figures associated with the studio include directors Luis Bayón Herrera, Manuel Romero, and actors Libertad Lamarque, Niní Marshall, and Mirtha Legrand.

Lumiton played a significant role in shaping Argentine national identity and popular culture through its films, which often reflected the social and political realities of the time. The studio's productions were widely popular both in Argentina and in other Spanish-speaking countries.

The studio's activities began to decline in the 1950s as a result of economic challenges and changing audience preferences. Ultimately, Lumiton ceased film production, though its studio facilities were later used for television production. The legacy of Lumiton remains significant in the history of Argentine cinema.