Chavela (2017)

6.9/10 93 min Documentary

Overview

Inspired by an exclusive interview and performance footage of Chavela Vargas shot in 1991 and guided by her unique voice, the film weaves an arresting portrait of a woman who dared to dress, speak, sing, and dream her unique life into being.

Cast

Chavela Vargas

Self (archive footage)

Pedro Almodóvar

Self

Miguel Bosé

Self

Martirio

Self

Eugenia León

Self

Jesusa Rodríguez

Self

Tania Libertad

Self

Liliana Felipe

Self

Frida Kahlo

Self (archive footage)

Ava Gardner

Self (archive footage)

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