Maroa
Synopsis
Eleven-year-old petty criminal Maroa lives with her violent grandmother Brigida in Caracas. After her boyfriend Carlos is involved in a shooting, Maroa is arrested and sent to a school where Joaquin conducts the youth orchestra, and he asks the naturally talented Maroa to join. Days now revolve around the classes that Joaquin, the shy and unconventional teacher, gives her. He is immediately interested in this talented young girl, who lacks all notion of discipline. Joaquin, the only person to offer hope in the midst of her rejection, finds that through Maroa, his world has also changed forever.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Solveig Hoogesteijn
- Screenplay & Story
- Solveig Hoogesteijn
- Original Score
- Nascuy Linares
- Original Title
- Maroa
- Country of Origin
- Venezuela
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- Macu Films, C.A.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Solveig Hoogesteijn
Solveig Hoogesteijn, Claudia Nazoa, Fernando Castets
Nascuy Linares
Alfredo Mayo
Carmen Frías
Gerardo Herrero, Solveig Hoogesteijn
Department Leadership Roster
Solveig Hoogesteijn
Director
Gerardo Herrero
Producer
Nascuy Linares
Original Music Composer
Carmen Frías
Editor
Solveig Hoogesteijn
Screenplay
Solveig Hoogesteijn
Producer
Alfredo Mayo
Director of Photography
Claudia Nazoa
Writer
Fernando Castets
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Maroa
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Maroa about?
Eleven-year-old petty criminal Maroa lives with her violent grandmother Brigida in Caracas. After her boyfriend Carlos is involved in a shooting, Maroa is arrested and sent to a school where Joaquin conducts the youth orchestra, and he asks the naturally talented Maroa to join. Days now revolve around the classes that Joaquin, the shy and unconventional teacher, gives her. He is immediately interested in this talented young girl, who lacks all notion of discipline. Joaquin, the only person to offer hope in the midst of her rejection, finds that through Maroa, his world has also changed forever.
Who directed Maroa?
Maroa was directed by Solveig Hoogesteijn.
Who stars in Maroa?
The principal cast of Maroa includes Tristán Ulloa, Yorlis Domínguez, Elba Escobar, Luke Grande, Víctor Cuica.
When was Maroa released and how long is it?
Maroa was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
Who composed the musical score for Maroa?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Maroa was composed by Nascuy Linares.