Modesta
Synopsis
The DivEdCo’s most important attempt to depict women’s rights in the context of modernization processes in Puerto Rico. Modesta leads a group of women in Barrio Sonadora, Guaynabo, in a strike against their husbands to demand their rights in a domestic context.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Venice
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Benjamín Doniger
- Screenplay & Story
- Luis A. Maisonet, Domingo Silás Ortiz, René Marqués, Benjamín Doniger
- Original Score
- Héctor Campos Parsi
- Original Title
- Modesta
- Country of Origin
- Puerto Rico
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 35m
- Production Studios
- Film Unit of the Division of Community Education, Puerto Rico, Divedco
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Benjamín Doniger
Luis A. Maisonet, Domingo Silás Ortiz, René Marqués, Benjamín Doniger
Héctor Campos Parsi
Luis A. Maisonet
Paul Falkenberg
Otoniel Vila
Department Leadership Roster
Paul Falkenberg
Editor
Luis A. Maisonet
Writer
René Marqués
Writer
Otoniel Vila
Producer
Benjamín Doniger
Writer
Benjamín Doniger
Director
Luis A. Maisonet
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Modesta
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Modesta about?
The DivEdCo’s most important attempt to depict women’s rights in the context of modernization processes in Puerto Rico. Modesta leads a group of women in Barrio Sonadora, Guaynabo, in a strike against their husbands to demand their rights in a domestic context.
Who directed Modesta?
Modesta was directed by Benjamín Doniger.
Who stars in Modesta?
The principal cast of Modesta includes Antonia Hidalgo, Juan Ortiz Jiménez, Barrio Sonadora Community.
When was Modesta released and how long is it?
Modesta was released in 1956 with a total runtime of 35m.
Who composed the musical score for Modesta?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Modesta was composed by Héctor Campos Parsi.