Chavela (2017)
A Singer. A Fighter. A Symbol.
2017 · 1h 33m · Documentary
Genres: Documentary
Inspired by an exclusive interview and performance footage of Chavela Vargas shot in 1991 and guided by her unique voice, the film weaves an arresting portrait of a woman who dared to dress, speak, sing, and dream her unique life into being.
Director: Catherine Gund, Daresha Kyi
Music by: Gil Talmi
Cinematography: Catherine Gund, Natalia Cuevas
Editor: Carla Gutierrez
Cast
Chavela Vargas as Self (archive footage)Pedro Almodóvar as SelfMiguel Bosé as SelfMartirio as SelfLaura García Lorca as SelfEugenia León as SelfJesusa Rodríguez as SelfTania Libertad as SelfMarcela Rodríguez as SelfJosé Alfredo Jimenez Jr. as SelfAlicia Elena Pérez Duarte as SelfBetty-Carol Sellen as SelfMore like this
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