Goodbye Momo (2005)
An 11-year-old street boy, Obdulio, who sells newspapers for a living but cannot read or write, finds a magical "Maestro" in the night watchman of the newspaper's office. Obdulio's charismatic mentor not only introduces him to the world of literacy but also teaches him the real meaning of life through the lyrics of the "Murgas" [Carnival Pierrots] during the magical nights of the irreverent and provocative Uruguayan Carnival.
Director: Leonardo Ricagni
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 107 min
Release Date: November 18, 2005
Cast
Screenplay
- Leonardo Ricagni (Screenplay)
Music: Emilio Kauderer
Cinematography: Pablo Vera
Editing: Marcela Sáenz
Production: True Cinema, Mojo Films
Country: Uruguay
Language: Español
Original Language: es
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Goodbye Momo about?
- An 11-year-old street boy, Obdulio, who sells newspapers for a living but cannot read or write, finds a magical "Maestro" in the night watchman of the newspaper's office. Obdulio's charismatic mentor not only introduces him to the world of literacy but also teaches him the real meaning of life through the lyrics of the "Murgas" [Carnival Pierrots] during the magical nights of the irreverent and provocative Uruguayan Carnival.
- Who directed Goodbye Momo?
- Goodbye Momo was directed by Leonardo Ricagni.
- Who stars in Goodbye Momo?
- Goodbye Momo stars Mathias Acuña, Jorge Esmoris, Washington «Canario» Luna.
- How long is Goodbye Momo?
- Goodbye Momo has a runtime of 1h 47m (107 minutes).
- What genre is Goodbye Momo?
- Goodbye Momo is a Drama film.
- Where was Goodbye Momo produced?
- Goodbye Momo was produced in Uruguay.