Documentary · Mexico · 2017 · 1h 33m

Chavela

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Director
Daresha KyiCatherine Gund
Cast
Chavela Vargas as Self (archive footage) Pedro Almodóvar as Self Miguel Bosé as Self Martirio as Self Laura García Lorca as Self Eugenia León as Self
Crew
Carla Gutierrez — Editor Gil Talmi — Original Music Composer Daresha Kyi — Producer Catherine Gund — Producer
Tagline

A Singer. A Fighter. A Symbol.

Synopsis

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.

Trailer Chavela — Official Trailer
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Mood & Themes
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Key Collaborators
Daresha Kyi Director Catherine Gund Director Carla Gutierrez Editor Gil Talmi Original Music Composer Daresha Kyi Producer Catherine Gund Producer
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