Wooden Town
Pueblo de Madera
Synopsis
In this film festival favourite, every day is magical in the tiny logging town of San Miguel de Cruces, Mexico, thanks to director Juan Antonio de la Riva, who captures the rhythms of small-town life through the stories of its inhabitants. From a young couple facing separation as the husband prepares to seek work in the United States to a pair of teens on the cusp of adulthood to the local movie theatre operator struggling to stay open after the introduction of satellite dishes, Pueblo de madera portrays a town—and a people—in transition.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Juan Antonio de la Riva
- Screenplay & Story
- Juan Antonio de la Riva, Francisco Sánchez
- Original Title
- Pueblo de Madera
- Country of Origin
- Mexico
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Juan Antonio de la Riva
Juan Antonio de la Riva, Francisco Sánchez
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Juan Antonio de la Riva
Director
Juan Antonio de la Riva
Screenplay
Francisco Sánchez
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What is Wooden Town about?
In this film festival favourite, every day is magical in the tiny logging town of San Miguel de Cruces, Mexico, thanks to director Juan Antonio de la Riva, who captures the rhythms of small-town life through the stories of its inhabitants. From a young couple facing separation as the husband prepares to seek work in the United States to a pair of teens on the cusp of adulthood to the local movie theatre operator struggling to stay open after the introduction of satellite dishes, Pueblo de madera portrays a town—and a people—in transition.
Who directed Wooden Town?
Wooden Town was directed by Juan Antonio de la Riva.
Who stars in Wooden Town?
The principal cast of Wooden Town includes Alonso Echánove, Gabriela Roel, Ignacio Guadalupe, Angélica Aragón, Dolores Heredia.
When was Wooden Town released and how long is it?
Wooden Town was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.