Madre amadísima (2009)
The film tells the touching story of Alfredito, a sacristan in a country church: in a long flashback he talks about his life and his deep love for his mother and for the Virgin Mary, both 'beloved mothers' (madres amadísimas). From the discovery of his sexual identity to his first love, from his military service to his move to the big city, his personal experience traces the history of Spain, from Franco's dictatorship to the achievement of democracy. A baroque melodrama where the protagonist's homosexuality and religious belief together form a single devotion, passionate and unwavering.
Director: Pilar Távora
Runtime: 105 min
Release Date: May 6, 2009
Cast
Screenplay
- Santiago Escalante (Screenplay)
Music: José Miguel Évora, Borja Évora
Cinematography: Marc Cuxart
Production: Artimagen
Country: Spain
Language: Español
Original Language: es
Keywords
lgbt, woman director, gay theme
More Films by Director: Pilar Távora
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Madre amadísima about?
- The film tells the touching story of Alfredito, a sacristan in a country church: in a long flashback he talks about his life and his deep love for his mother and for the Virgin Mary, both 'beloved mothers' (madres amadísimas). From the discovery of his sexual identity to his first love, from his military service to his move to the big city, his personal experience traces the history of Spain, from Franco's dictatorship to the achievement of democracy. A baroque melodrama where the protagonist's homosexuality and religious belief together form a single devotion, passionate and unwavering.
- Who directed Madre amadísima?
- Madre amadísima was directed by Pilar Távora.
- Who stars in Madre amadísima?
- Madre amadísima stars Gala Évora, Ramón Rivero, Gloria de Jesús, José Burgos, David Lora, Julio Vargas.
- How long is Madre amadísima?
- Madre amadísima has a runtime of 1h 45m (105 minutes).
- Where was Madre amadísima produced?
- Madre amadísima was produced in Spain.