Chavela (2017)

★ 6.9/10 93 min Documentary Mexico, Spain, United States Spanish

Directors: Daresha Kyi , Catherine Gund

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A Singer. A Fighter. A Symbol.

Description

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

Top Cast

Chavela Vargas Self (archive footage)

Pedro Almodóvar Self

Miguel Bosé Self

Martirio Self

Laura García Lorca Self

Eugenia León Self

Jesusa Rodríguez Self

Tania Libertad Self

Chavela Appears on 2 Curated Movie Lists

Identity Theme

Masc Trans Men Butch Dykes And Gender Nonconforming

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