Bolívar, a Tropical Symphony
Jan 01, 1979 · 1h 15m
Director
Diego RísquezOverview
This is the first of Diego Risquez’ trilogy of avant-garde cinematic treatments of historical subjects. Using a painterly style, it features portraits, still lifes, and scenes shot as tableaux vivants, the film provides an experimental interpretation of the arrival of the Spanish and their domination of the New World, as well as the Venezuelan Independence movement, focusing on the role of Simón Bolívar. There is no dialogue or narration, simply a musical score and the depiction of events from Bolívar’s career.
Cast of Bolívar, a Tropical Symphony
Crew of Bolívar, a Tropical Symphony
About Bolívar, a Tropical Symphony
What is Bolívar, a Tropical Symphony about?
This is the first of Diego Risquez’ trilogy of avant-garde cinematic treatments of historical subjects. Using a painterly style, it features portraits, still lifes, and scenes shot as tableaux vivants, the film provides an experimental interpretation of the arrival of the Spanish and their domination of the New World, as well as the Venezuelan Independence movement, focusing on the role of Simón…
When was Bolívar, a Tropical Symphony released?
Bolívar, a Tropical Symphony was released on January 1, 1979.
How long is Bolívar, a Tropical Symphony?
Bolívar, a Tropical Symphony runs 1 hour 15 minutes (75 minutes).
Who directed Bolívar, a Tropical Symphony?
Bolívar, a Tropical Symphony was directed by Diego Rísquez.
Who is in the cast of Bolívar, a Tropical Symphony?
The cast of Bolívar, a Tropical Symphony includes Temístocles López, Antonio Eduardo Dagnino, Carlos Castillo, Hugo Márquez and María Adelina Vera.