Movie·1979·1h 15m
BolĂvar, a Tropical Symphony
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7.5Drama
Synopsis
This is the first of Diego Risquezâ 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 SimĂłn BolĂvar. There is no dialogue or narration, simply a musical score and the depiction of events from BolĂvarâs career.
Where to watch
Not currently available to stream in United States.
