Pablo's Winter
Originally released in 2012. Pablo's Winter is a documentary film. directed by Chico Pereira. At just 76 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Pablo needs to stop smoking. Why? Because his wife, family and doctor say he should. But Pablo is a stubborn man. He has worked in the mercury mines of Almadén, Spain, risking his life daily. He has had five severe heart attacks and smoked 20 Winston's a day since he was 12. Now in his seventies, Pablo spends most of his day in front of the TV, surrounded by a cloud of smoke, with his back turned firmly towards a village that has lived through better times. Pablo represents the last generation of Almadén mercury miners, an age-old profession with over 2,000 years of history. Through a straightforward depiction of life's everyday moments, Pablo's Winter explores the decay of the local mining culture, but above all, pays homage to its real protagonists: the miners and their families.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 31, 2012
13 years ago
Runtime
1h 16m
76 minutes total
User Rating
5.7/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Production Companies
- Opa Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pablo's Winter about?
Pablo needs to stop smoking. Why? Because his wife, family and doctor say he should. But Pablo is a stubborn man. He has worked in the mercury mines of Almadén, Spain, risking his life daily. He h...
Who directed Pablo's Winter?
Pablo's Winter was directed by Chico Pereira.
How long is Pablo's Winter?
Pablo's Winter has a runtime of 1 hours and 16 minutes (76 minutes total).
When was Pablo's Winter released?
Pablo's Winter was released on October 31, 2012 in theaters.