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69% Critic Match
Chavela
“A Singer. A Fighter. A Symbol.”
6.9 / 10• 2017• 1h 33m•NR• Spanish
Documentary
Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
Chavela Vargas
Self (archive footage)
Lead
Pedro Almodóvar
Self
Miguel Bosé
Self
Martirio
Self
LG
Laura García Lorca
Self
Eugenia León
Self
Jesusa Rodríguez
Self
Tania Libertad
Self
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Catherine Gund's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Chavela is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
