Manuel (1979)

Manuel (1979) poster

Directed by Alfredo Anzola, Manuel (1979) is a Venezuelan drama that explores themes of love, faith, and resistance. The story follows Aparicio and his wife, Alma Rosa, as they welcome a new priest, Manuel, to their coastal village. As Manuel becomes acquainted with the community, he discovers that the village is slated for demolition to make way for a tourist development. Deeply moved by the villagers' plight, Manuel joins the local fishermen in their struggle to defend their land. During this time, he also finds himself drawn to Alma Rosa, leading to personal and moral dilemmas. The developers, aware of Manuel's growing influence and his feelings for Alma Rosa, begin to monitor his actions closely. The film delves into the complexities of human relationships and the fight against displacement.

Director: Alfredo J. Anzola
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Runtime: 88 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Juan Carlos Núñez
Cinematography: Juan Santana
Editing: Olegario Barrera
Production: Cine Seis Ocho
Country: Venezuela
Language: Español
Original Language: es

Trailer

Manuel Trailer
More Films by Director: Alfredo J. Anzola
More Films in Genre: Comedy, Drama

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Manuel about?
Directed by Alfredo Anzola, Manuel (1979) is a Venezuelan drama that explores themes of love, faith, and resistance. The story follows Aparicio and his wife, Alma Rosa, as they welcome a new priest, Manuel, to their coastal village. As Manuel becomes acquainted with the community, he discovers that the village is slated for demolition to make way for a tourist development. Deeply moved by the villagers' plight, Manuel joins the local fishermen in their struggle to defend their land. During this time, he also finds himself drawn to Alma Rosa, leading to personal and moral dilemmas. The developers, aware of Manuel's growing influence and his feelings for Alma Rosa, begin to monitor his actions closely. The film delves into the complexities of human relationships and the fight against displacement.
Who directed Manuel?
Manuel was directed by Alfredo J. Anzola.
Who stars in Manuel?
Manuel stars Asdrúbal Meléndez, Virginia Urdaneta, Víctor Cuica, Julio Mota, Olga Marina Yrausquín, Kiddio España.
How long is Manuel?
Manuel has a runtime of 1h 28m (88 minutes).
What genre is Manuel?
Manuel is a Comedy, Drama film.
Where was Manuel produced?
Manuel was produced in Venezuela.