Chavela
Watch TrailerInspired 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.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2017 |
| Country | Mexico, Spain, United States of America |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Director | Catherine Gund |
| Runtime | 93 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.9/10 (26 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs an intimate, non-linear portrait, using Vargas's own raspy voice as the guiding thread. It's less about dates and events, and more about the raw emotion etched into her face and unleashed in every performance.
What lingers after the final frame is the profound resonance of a life lived defiantly and artfully. It's a powerful testament to the courage required to sing one's own truth. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Catherine Gund
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In a quiet room, with no distractions, to fully absorb the power of her story and voice.
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