The Other Francisco
Originally released in 1975. The Other Francisco is a drama/history film. directed by Sergio Giral.
Starring Margarita Balboa, Miguel Benavides, and Armando Bianchi
Synopsis
Based on the novel Francisco by Anselmo Suárez y Romero, "The Other Francisco" is a socio-economic analysis of slavery and class struggle through the retelling of the original novel. The film contrasts the romantic conceptions of plantation life found in Suárez Romero's novel with a realistic expose of the actual historical conditions of slavery throughout the Americas. It offers a critical analysis of the novel, showing how the author's social background led to his use of particular dramatic structures to convey his liberal, humanitarian viewpoint.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 2, 1975
51 years ago
Runtime
1h 37m
97 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (7 votes)
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Cuba
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Production Companies
- ICAIC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Other Francisco about?
Based on the novel Francisco by Anselmo Suárez y Romero, "The Other Francisco" is a socio-economic analysis of slavery and class struggle through the retelling of the original novel. The film cont...
Who directed The Other Francisco?
The Other Francisco was directed by Sergio Giral.
How long is The Other Francisco?
The Other Francisco has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was The Other Francisco released?
The Other Francisco was released on January 2, 1975 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Other Francisco?
The main cast of The Other Francisco includes Margarita Balboa, Miguel Benavides, Armando Bianchi, Alden Knight, Adolfo Llauradó.