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197810mPeru

El Ángel Radiante

Synopsis

This is one of four short films taken from the censored movie Chiaraqe, ritual battle (1975). In seven minutes, it explains in a didactic and expository tone what the confrontation between two groups of communities in the Cusco highlands consists of. Dances, men on horses, flying stones, warakas and liwis alive, a lizard, a dead man. The short film is a testimony to the ritual event, but it is also a testimony to the filmmakers' view of the populations of the Andes 50 years ago.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Luis Figueroa Yábar
Original Title
El Ángel Radiante
Country of Origin
Peru
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
10m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Luis Figueroa Yábar

Department Leadership Roster

Luis Figueroa Yábar

Luis Figueroa Yábar

Director

Official cinematic photography and background stills for El Ángel Radiante.

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Frequently Asked Questions About El Ángel Radiante

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is El Ángel Radiante about?

This is one of four short films taken from the censored movie Chiaraqe, ritual battle (1975). In seven minutes, it explains in a didactic and expository tone what the confrontation between two groups of communities in the Cusco highlands consists of. Dances, men on horses, flying stones, warakas and liwis alive, a lizard, a dead man. The short film is a testimony to the ritual event, but it is also a testimony to the filmmakers' view of the populations of the Andes 50 years ago.

Who directed El Ángel Radiante?

El Ángel Radiante was directed by Luis Figueroa Yábar.

Who stars in El Ángel Radiante?

The principal cast of El Ángel Radiante includes Not specified.

When was El Ángel Radiante released and how long is it?

El Ángel Radiante was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 10m.