Gerónima
Nov 27, 1986 · 1h 36m
Director
Raúl Alberto TossoOverview
Gerónima was a real "Mapuche" Indian woman that lived in Argentinian Patagonia. She lived with her four sons in a poor little house in the dry lands her family had owned for generations. In 1976, during the military dictatorial government that disappeared 30.000 people, she and her four sons were visited by social workers. Worried about Geronima's poor conditions of existence, including health, they took the whole family to the hospital "to help them", with unexpected tragic consequences. The film that reconstruct Geronima's story is based in a interview realized by a physician while she was at the hospital. The main actress, Luisa Calcumil is also a real "Mapuche" woman, as well as Aimé Painé, the singer that interprets the authentic "Mapuche" songs the film includes.
Cast of Gerónima
Crew of Gerónima
About Gerónima
What is Gerónima about?
Gerónima was a real "Mapuche" Indian woman that lived in Argentinian Patagonia. She lived with her four sons in a poor little house in the dry lands her family had owned for generations. In 1976, during the military dictatorial government that disappeared 30.000 people, she and her four sons were visited by social workers. Worried about Geronima's poor conditions of existence, including health…
When was Gerónima released?
Gerónima was released on November 27, 1986.
How long is Gerónima?
Gerónima runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).
Who directed Gerónima?
Gerónima was directed by Raúl Alberto Tosso.
Who is in the cast of Gerónima?
The cast of Gerónima includes Luisa Calcumil (Gerónima), Patricio Contreras, Mario Luciani, Ernesto Michel and Maria Isabel Cane.