Once Upon a Time there was a Wizard
Había una vez un mago
Synopsis
Leonardo Favio’s final years are captured through the eyes of his daughter in an intimate and revealing journey. As Favio recreates his masterpiece, Aniceto, remake of Este es el romance del Aniceto y la Francisca… Interviews between father and daughter unveil a rich story of creativity, legacy and deep relationship. In this documentary, the camera becomes a silent witness to the interaction between Favio and his daughter, offering a privileged look into the mind of the artist and the man behind the genius. The conversations span memories, reflections on art and life, exploring Favio’s duality as filmmaker and father.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- María Salomé Jury, Oscar Frenkel
- Original Title
- Había una vez un mago
- Country of Origin
- Argentina
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- SUDÀcine, Municipalidad de Avellaneda
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
María Salomé Jury, Oscar Frenkel
Department Leadership Roster
María Salomé Jury
Director
Oscar Frenkel
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What is Once Upon a Time there was a Wizard about?
Leonardo Favio’s final years are captured through the eyes of his daughter in an intimate and revealing journey. As Favio recreates his masterpiece, Aniceto, remake of Este es el romance del Aniceto y la Francisca… Interviews between father and daughter unveil a rich story of creativity, legacy and deep relationship. In this documentary, the camera becomes a silent witness to the interaction between Favio and his daughter, offering a privileged look into the mind of the artist and the man behind the genius. The conversations span memories, reflections on art and life, exploring Favio’s duality as filmmaker and father.
Who directed Once Upon a Time there was a Wizard?
Once Upon a Time there was a Wizard was directed by María Salomé Jury, Oscar Frenkel.
Who stars in Once Upon a Time there was a Wizard?
The principal cast of Once Upon a Time there was a Wizard includes Leonardo Favio, Pupy Favio.
When was Once Upon a Time there was a Wizard released and how long is it?
Once Upon a Time there was a Wizard was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.