The Cloud (1998)

The Cloud (1998) poster

A black cloud brings 1600 days of rain to Buenos Aires, while traffic and pedestrians move backwards. Aging actor Max (Eduardo Pavlovsky) runs the Mirror Theater in a former fish market, but lack of funding means a possible demolition. Max is attracted to Brazilian dancer Fulo (Angela Correa), who worries about her daughter back home. Amid political corruption and police brutality, Max's elderly colleague Enrique leads a protest for unpaid old-age pensions. The pensioners succeed in their demands, only to learn from a government official that no money is available to pay them.

Director: Fernando E. Solanas
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 120 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Gerardo Gandini
Cinematography: Juan Diego Solanas
Editing: Luis César D'Angiolillo
Country: France, Argentina
Language: Español
Original Language: es
More Films by Director: Fernando E. Solanas
More Films in Genre: Drama

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Cloud about?
A black cloud brings 1600 days of rain to Buenos Aires, while traffic and pedestrians move backwards. Aging actor Max (Eduardo Pavlovsky) runs the Mirror Theater in a former fish market, but lack of funding means a possible demolition. Max is attracted to Brazilian dancer Fulo (Angela Correa), who worries about her daughter back home. Amid political corruption and police brutality, Max's elderly colleague Enrique leads a protest for unpaid old-age pensions. The pensioners succeed in their demands, only to learn from a government official that no money is available to pay them.
Who directed The Cloud?
The Cloud was directed by Fernando E. Solanas.
Who stars in The Cloud?
The Cloud stars Eduardo Pavlovsky, Leonor Manso, Cristina Banegas, Christophe Malavoy, Laura Novoa, Angelo Correa.
How long is The Cloud?
The Cloud has a runtime of 2h 0m (120 minutes).
What genre is The Cloud?
The Cloud is a Drama film.
Where was The Cloud produced?
The Cloud was produced in France, Argentina.