Manuela Sáenz
Jun 15, 2000 · 1h 37m
Director
Diego RísquezOverview
In 1856, a whaler arrives in Paita, Peru; on board is Herman Melville, who is astonished to learn that Manuela Sáenz, for eight years the lover of Simón Bolívar, is still alive. He calls on her, and although she will not talk to him about her life, his visit sends her to her chest of Bolívar's letters. As she reads them, the sepia-toned present gives way to flashbacks in color: she meets 'the Liberator' in 1822, becomes his lover, and also becomes a colonel in his military movement to realize the 'Gran Colombia', one nation across South America. As plague (brought by the ship) closes in on Manuela's household, so does her tempestuous story move toward Bolívar's betrayal and death.
Cast of Manuela Sáenz
Crew of Manuela Sáenz
About Manuela Sáenz
What is Manuela Sáenz about?
In 1856, a whaler arrives in Paita, Peru; on board is Herman Melville, who is astonished to learn that Manuela Sáenz, for eight years the lover of Simón Bolívar, is still alive. He calls on her, and although she will not talk to him about her life, his visit sends her to her chest of Bolívar's letters. As she reads them, the sepia-toned present gives way to flashbacks in color: she meets 'the…
When was Manuela Sáenz released?
Manuela Sáenz was released on June 15, 2000.
How long is Manuela Sáenz?
Manuela Sáenz runs 1 hour 37 minutes (97 minutes).
Who directed Manuela Sáenz?
Manuela Sáenz was directed by Diego Rísquez.
Who is in the cast of Manuela Sáenz?
The cast of Manuela Sáenz includes Beatriz Valdés (Manuela), Mariano Álvarez (Simón Bolívar), Erich Wildpret (Herman Melville), Orlando Urdaneta and Alejo Felipe.