El cantar de los cantares (1959)

El cantar de los cantares (1959) poster

El cantar de los cantares is one of the most fascinating and unknown artistic experiences of the post-war Spanish exile. The prestigious poet and editor Manuel Altolaguirre adapted Fray Luis de León's texts to film, trying to formulate an encounter between Castilian mysticism and Mexican exuberance.

Director: Manuel Altolaguirre
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 70 min
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Music: Carlos Basurko
Production: Maria Luisa Gomez Producciones
Country: Mexico, Spain
Language: Español
Original Language: es
More Films by Director: Manuel Altolaguirre
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is El cantar de los cantares about?
El cantar de los cantares is one of the most fascinating and unknown artistic experiences of the post-war Spanish exile. The prestigious poet and editor Manuel Altolaguirre adapted Fray Luis de León's texts to film, trying to formulate an encounter between Castilian mysticism and Mexican exuberance.
Who directed El cantar de los cantares?
El cantar de los cantares was directed by Manuel Altolaguirre.
Who stars in El cantar de los cantares?
El cantar de los cantares stars Isolina Herrera, Julio Bracho.
How long is El cantar de los cantares?
El cantar de los cantares has a runtime of 1h 10m (70 minutes).
What genre is El cantar de los cantares?
El cantar de los cantares is a Documentary film.
Where was El cantar de los cantares produced?
El cantar de los cantares was produced in Mexico, Spain.