Mercedes, Another Hope (2025)

The director’s fortuitous meeting with filmmaker Mercedes Frutos prompts an inquiry into the challenges she faced in her only feature film, New Hope. Shot in 1984 and inspired by a Bioy Casares short story, the film went through a 12-year journey until its commercial release.

Director: Nicolás Alonso
Runtime: 44 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Lucas Alamani
Cinematography: Matías Cabrera
Editing: Nicolás Alonso
Production: De Querusa Cine
Country: Argentina
Language: Español
Original Language: es
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mercedes, Another Hope about?
The director’s fortuitous meeting with filmmaker Mercedes Frutos prompts an inquiry into the challenges she faced in her only feature film, New Hope. Shot in 1984 and inspired by a Bioy Casares short story, the film went through a 12-year journey until its commercial release.
Who directed Mercedes, Another Hope?
Mercedes, Another Hope was directed by Nicolás Alonso.
Who stars in Mercedes, Another Hope?
Mercedes, Another Hope stars Mercedes Frutos, Ayi Turzi, Raúl Manrupe.
How long is Mercedes, Another Hope?
Mercedes, Another Hope has a runtime of 44m (44 minutes).
Where was Mercedes, Another Hope produced?
Mercedes, Another Hope was produced in Argentina.