Words of Truth (2004)
The documentary looks in the life and work of Mario Benedetti, especially in his poetic work, the keys to an illustrious Montevideo. A man who has had to live several exiles and has received all the awards that this world can give. But above all, the affection of an unconditional, massive and faithful audience that follows him everywhere and pampers him every day with their applause and reading. A sad childhood, a youth full of work and reading, and a maturity full of commitments marked Benedetti. His work testifies the history, that which only artists can tell.
Director: Ricardo Casas
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 54 min
Release Date: September 24, 2004
Cast
- Mario Benedetti - Self
- José Saramago - Self
- Miguel Ángel Solá - Self
- Idea Vilariño - Self
- Manuel Vázquez Montalbán - Self
Screenplay
- Ricardo Casas (Screenplay)
Music: Carlos Da Silveira
Cinematography: Daniel Rodríguez, Pedro Luque
Editing: Guillermo Casanova
Production: Gauzú Media, Zip Films, TV de Catalunya
Country: Spain, Uruguay
Language: Español
Original Language: es
More Films by Director: Ricardo Casas
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Words of Truth about?
- The documentary looks in the life and work of Mario Benedetti, especially in his poetic work, the keys to an illustrious Montevideo. A man who has had to live several exiles and has received all the awards that this world can give. But above all, the affection of an unconditional, massive and faithful audience that follows him everywhere and pampers him every day with their applause and reading. A sad childhood, a youth full of work and reading, and a maturity full of commitments marked Benedetti. His work testifies the history, that which only artists can tell.
- Who directed Words of Truth?
- Words of Truth was directed by Ricardo Casas.
- Who stars in Words of Truth?
- Words of Truth stars Mario Benedetti, José Saramago, Miguel Ángel Solá, Idea Vilariño, Manuel Vázquez Montalbán.
- How long is Words of Truth?
- Words of Truth has a runtime of 54m (54 minutes).
- What genre is Words of Truth?
- Words of Truth is a Documentary film.
- Where was Words of Truth produced?
- Words of Truth was produced in Spain, Uruguay.