Tropic Pathway
Vereda tropical
Synopsis
Follow the adventures of Kiss of the Spider Woman scribe Manuel Puig portrayed by Fabio Aste, who left Argentina after being persecuted for his homosexuality and settled in exile in Rio de Janiero in this intimate drama from filmmaker Javier Torre. Though life in Rio was full of romance and adventure for Manuel, the controversy surrounding him grew ever more intense, until the only way out was a trip back to his native Argentina. In the years that followed, Puig eventually made the painful decision to move to Mexico, where he spent his final days until death caught up with him at the age of fifty-eight.
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Vereda Tropical, parte 2
Type: Clip • Published 2014-02-08
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Rio de Janeiro International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Javier Torre
- Screenplay & Story
- Javier Torre
- Original Score
- José Luis Castiñeira de Dios
- Original Title
- Vereda tropical
- Country of Origin
- Brazil, Argentina
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Production Studios
- Cinemagroup, INCAA
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Javier Torre
Javier Torre, Manuel Puig
José Luis Castiñeira de Dios
Oliverio Torre, Emiliano López, Miguel Miño
Oliverio Torre
Jacqueline Andrade
Department Leadership Roster
Javier Torre
Director
Javier Torre
Screenplay
Oliverio Torre
Editor
Marisa Marana
Costume Design
Leo Noceda
Costume Design
Oliverio Torre
Director of Photography
Emiliano López
Director of Photography
Miguel Miño
Director of Photography
José Luis Castiñeira de Dios
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tropic Pathway
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What is Tropic Pathway about?
Follow the adventures of Kiss of the Spider Woman scribe Manuel Puig portrayed by Fabio Aste, who left Argentina after being persecuted for his homosexuality and settled in exile in Rio de Janiero in this intimate drama from filmmaker Javier Torre. Though life in Rio was full of romance and adventure for Manuel, the controversy surrounding him grew ever more intense, until the only way out was a trip back to his native Argentina. In the years that followed, Puig eventually made the painful decision to move to Mexico, where he spent his final days until death caught up with him at the age of fifty-eight.
Who directed Tropic Pathway?
Tropic Pathway was directed by Javier Torre.
Who stars in Tropic Pathway?
The principal cast of Tropic Pathway includes Fabio Aste, Sílvia Buarque, Gigí Ruá, Mimí Ardú, Revero Riveiro.
When was Tropic Pathway released and how long is it?
Tropic Pathway was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.
Who composed the musical score for Tropic Pathway?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Tropic Pathway was composed by José Luis Castiñeira de Dios.