Manolita, la Chen de Arcos (2016)

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Manolita Chen became in the mid-eighties the first Spanish transsexual mother who managed to adopt. Through the documentary she tells us about that process, as well as her experiences as a transgressive woman at a time when Spain was not yet socially or legally advanced. We discover a life full of bitterness but without rancor in between, where she nostalgically recalls her facet as a businesswoman and vedette, gradually managing to integrate into her hometown, Arcos de la Frontera, where she currently enjoys the affection and approval of her relatives and neighbors.

Director: Valeria Vegas
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 60 min
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Music: Bernardo Bonezzi
Cinematography: Celia Riera
Country: Spain
Language: Español
Original Language: es
More Films by Director: Valeria Vegas
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Manolita, la Chen de Arcos about?
Manolita Chen became in the mid-eighties the first Spanish transsexual mother who managed to adopt. Through the documentary she tells us about that process, as well as her experiences as a transgressive woman at a time when Spain was not yet socially or legally advanced. We discover a life full of bitterness but without rancor in between, where she nostalgically recalls her facet as a businesswoman and vedette, gradually managing to integrate into her hometown, Arcos de la Frontera, where she currently enjoys the affection and approval of her relatives and neighbors.
Who directed Manolita, la Chen de Arcos?
Manolita, la Chen de Arcos was directed by Valeria Vegas.
Who stars in Manolita, la Chen de Arcos?
Manolita, la Chen de Arcos stars Manolita Chen.
How long is Manolita, la Chen de Arcos?
Manolita, la Chen de Arcos has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).
What genre is Manolita, la Chen de Arcos?
Manolita, la Chen de Arcos is a Documentary film.
Where was Manolita, la Chen de Arcos produced?
Manolita, la Chen de Arcos was produced in Spain.