Maria's Story
“A documentary portrait of love and survival in El Salvador's civil war.”
Synopsis
It is El Salvador, 1989, three years before the end of a brutal civil war that took 75,000 lives. Maria Serrano, wife, mother, and guerrilla leader is on the front lines of the battle for her people and her country. With unprecedented access to FMLN guerrilla camps, the filmmakers dramatically chronicle Maria's daily life in the war.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Sundance Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Pamela Cohen, Monona Wali
- Original Score
- Todd Boekelheide
- Original Title
- Maria's Story
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 53m
- Production Studios
- Camino Film Projects
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Pamela Cohen, Monona Wali
Todd Boekelheide
John Knoop
Monona Wali
Pamela Cohen, Catherine Ryan
Department Leadership Roster
Pamela Cohen
Director
Monona Wali
Director
Pamela Cohen
Producer
Catherine Ryan
Producer
John Knoop
Director of Photography
Monona Wali
Editor
Todd Boekelheide
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Maria's Story.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Maria's Story
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Maria's Story about?
It is El Salvador, 1989, three years before the end of a brutal civil war that took 75,000 lives. Maria Serrano, wife, mother, and guerrilla leader is on the front lines of the battle for her people and her country. With unprecedented access to FMLN guerrilla camps, the filmmakers dramatically chronicle Maria's daily life in the war.
Who directed Maria's Story?
Maria's Story was directed by Pamela Cohen, Monona Wali.
Who stars in Maria's Story?
The principal cast of Maria's Story includes María Serrano, Alma Martinez, Edward James Olmos.
When was Maria's Story released and how long is it?
Maria's Story was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 53m.
Who composed the musical score for Maria's Story?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Maria's Story was composed by Todd Boekelheide.