Portable Country
Originally released in 1979. Portable Country is a drama film. directed by Iván Feo.
Starring Héctor Duvauchelle, Iván Feo, and Eliseo Perera
Synopsis
Portable Country is a classical Venezuelan film about the urban guerrilla. Based on the novel of the same name, written by Adriano González León, the film centers on Andrés Barazarte, a disillusioned man from a wealthy landowning family, who grapples with his personal and political identity in the midst of Venezuela's tumultuous social changes and engages in the guerrilla. He reflects on his life, his family's decline, and the broader struggle for power in a country torn between tradition and revolution.The story unfolds as Andrés is tasked with transporting a mysterious package. This journey becomes a metaphor for his search for meaning and a confrontation with his family’s, and his country's, violent past. His recollections weave together with present events, creating a complex tapestry of memory and history.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 24, 1979
47 years ago
Runtime
1h 42m
102 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (4 votes)
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Venezuela
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Production Companies
- Ficciones Producciones Cinematográficas C.A.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Portable Country about?
Portable Country is a classical Venezuelan film about the urban guerrilla. Based on the novel of the same name, written by Adriano González León, the film centers on Andrés Barazarte, a disillus...
Who directed Portable Country?
Portable Country was directed by Iván Feo.
How long is Portable Country?
Portable Country has a runtime of 1 hours and 42 minutes (102 minutes total).
When was Portable Country released?
Portable Country was released on January 24, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Portable Country?
The main cast of Portable Country includes Héctor Duvauchelle, Iván Feo, Eliseo Perera, Alejandra Pinedo, Silvia Santelices.