Candelas en la niebla (1988)
Political struggles in Venezuela since 1921, during the military dictatorship of Juan Vicente Gómez. The uprising of the liberals and the popular army that is formed. The bloody civil war that takes place and the process that precedes the establishment of democracy. After a failed attempt on Eustoquio Gómez's life, governor of the region and brother of the dictator of Venezuela, the Gómezist army launches a fierce persecution against the inhabitants of Queniquea. They turn to Juan Pablo Peñaloza, head of the liberal army, who attacks the government forces. In a confrontation between the two sides, Peñaloza's son is killed. He continues with the "revolution" after challenging Eustoquio to a personal battle.
Director: Alberto Arvelo
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 82 min
Release Date: August 17, 1988
Cast
Screenplay
- Ramón Vicente Casanova (Book)
- Alberto Arvelo (Screenplay)
Music: Hugo López-Chirico
Cinematography: Fernando Jover Ruiz
Editing: Leonardo Henríquez
Production: Sociedad Suramericana de Cinematografía
Country: Venezuela
Language: Español
Original Language: es
More Films by Director: Alberto Arvelo
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Candelas en la niebla about?
- Political struggles in Venezuela since 1921, during the military dictatorship of Juan Vicente Gómez. The uprising of the liberals and the popular army that is formed. The bloody civil war that takes place and the process that precedes the establishment of democracy. After a failed attempt on Eustoquio Gómez's life, governor of the region and brother of the dictator of Venezuela, the Gómezist army launches a fierce persecution against the inhabitants of Queniquea. They turn to Juan Pablo Peñaloza, head of the liberal army, who attacks the government forces. In a confrontation between the two sides, Peñaloza's son is killed. He continues with the "revolution" after challenging Eustoquio to a personal battle.
- Who directed Candelas en la niebla?
- Candelas en la niebla was directed by Alberto Arvelo.
- Who stars in Candelas en la niebla?
- Candelas en la niebla stars Gustavo Rodríguez, Rafael Briceño, Luis Rivas, Blanca Baldó, Fernando Gavidia.
- How long is Candelas en la niebla?
- Candelas en la niebla has a runtime of 1h 22m (82 minutes).
- What genre is Candelas en la niebla?
- Candelas en la niebla is a Drama film.
- Where was Candelas en la niebla produced?
- Candelas en la niebla was produced in Venezuela.