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Manuel

Manuel

1979 1h 28mComedyDrama

Directed by Alfredo Anzola, Manuel (1979) is a Venezuelan drama that explores themes of love, faith, and resistance. The story follows Aparicio and his wife, Alma Rosa, as they welcome a new priest, Manuel, to their coastal village. As Manuel becomes acquainted with the community, he discovers that the village is slated for demolition to make way for a tourist development. Deeply moved by the villagers' plight, Manuel joins the local fishermen in their struggle to defend their land. During this time, he also finds himself drawn to Alma Rosa, leading to personal and moral dilemmas. The developers, aware of Manuel's growing influence and his feelings for Alma Rosa, begin to monitor his actions closely. The film delves into the complexities of human relationships and the fight against displacement.

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Directed by Alfredo Anzola, Manuel (1979) is a Venezuelan drama that explores themes of love, faith, and resistance. The story follows Aparicio and his wife, Alma Rosa, as they welcome a new priest, Manuel, to their coastal village. As Manuel becomes acquainted with the community, he discovers that the village is slated for demolition to make way for a tourist development. Deeply moved by the villagers' plight, Manuel joins the local fishermen in their struggle to defend their land. During this time, he also finds himself drawn to Alma Rosa, leading to personal and moral dilemmas. The developers, aware of Manuel's growing influence and his feelings for Alma Rosa, begin to monitor his actions closely. The film delves into the complexities of human relationships and the fight against displacement.

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Alfredo J. AnzolaAlfredo J. AnzolaDirectorGustavo MichelenaWriterJuan SantanaCinematography

Cast

Asdrúbal MeléndezAsdrúbal MeléndezManuel
Virginia UrdanetaAlma Rosa
Víctor CuicaVíctor CuicaCaraota
Julio MotaJulio MotaAparicio
Olga Marina Yrausquín
Kiddio España
Lilo Farías
Olegario Barrera

Director

Alfredo J. Anzola

Writer

Gustavo Michelena

Release date

1 Jan 1979

Runtime

1h 28m

Studio

Cine Seis Ocho

Language

Spanish

Country

Venezuela

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