Planet Carlos (2008)

Planet Carlos (2008) poster

13-year-old Carlos lives in the Barrio - a Nicaraguan shantytown. His greatest wish is to become a "coplero", the poet and lyricist in a Gigantona group. In the face of all resistance, Carlos founds his own Gigantona group, which makes its way to an old poet, in the attempt to get a foreign stipend for their work. As it becomes clear that there is no chance of a stipend Carlos is faced with his greatest challenge - responsibility. —Andreas Kannengiesser

Director: Andreas Kannengießer
Runtime: 86 min
Release Date:
Country: Nicaragua
Original Language: es
More Films by Director: Andreas Kannengießer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Planet Carlos about?
13-year-old Carlos lives in the Barrio - a Nicaraguan shantytown. His greatest wish is to become a "coplero", the poet and lyricist in a Gigantona group. In the face of all resistance, Carlos founds his own Gigantona group, which makes its way to an old poet, in the attempt to get a foreign stipend for their work. As it becomes clear that there is no chance of a stipend Carlos is faced with his greatest challenge - responsibility. —Andreas Kannengiesser
Who directed Planet Carlos?
Planet Carlos was directed by Andreas Kannengießer.
How long is Planet Carlos?
Planet Carlos has a runtime of 1h 26m (86 minutes).
Where was Planet Carlos produced?
Planet Carlos was produced in Nicaragua.