Tortilla y Cinema
Synopsis
Benjamin Ballon wants to be a filmmaker, and has devoted a large part of his life for the past few years to getting to the point of filming an independent movie. He has been encouraged by Carmen Maura (playing herself), an established star, who has agreed to appear in his first film, and it is her level-headedness, calmness, and general good sense that keeps the project moving along, despite Benjamin's inexperience and a very temperamental male lead. On one occasion when the male lead is hours late for a shoot, her calm is the only thing which keeps the crew from walking out. The title comes from Maura's habit of bringing homemade tortillas to meetings, and using them to get her way.
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Carmen Maura
Carmen Maura, the movie star
Marc Duret
Benjamin Ballon, the director
Michel Aumont
Michel Aumont
Marina Tomé
Christine, the producer
Marianne Groves
Leïla, Benjamin's girlfriend
Mouss Diouf
Sydney, the costume designer
José Otero
José
Pétronille De Saint-Rapt
Elisa, Benjamin's sister
Nathalie Boileau
Denise, the make up artist
Martine Guillaud
Martine, the first assistant director
Isabelle Pottier
Nikita, the hairdresser
Catherine Siriez
Catherine, the production accountant
Olivier Soler
Le Producteur
Release History & Theatrical Window
L'Alfàs del Pi Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Martin Provost
- Screenplay & Story
- Martin Provost
- Original Score
- Bruno Bertoli
- Original Title
- Tortilla y Cinema
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- Unknown
- Production Studios
- Odessa Films, Canal+
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Martin Provost
Martin Provost
Bruno Bertoli
Éric Guichard
Monica Coleman
Department Leadership Roster
Martin Provost
Director
Martin Provost
Screenplay
Éric Guichard
Director of Photography
Monica Coleman
Editor
Stéphane Rollot
Costume Design
Bruno Bertoli
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tortilla y Cinema
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What is Tortilla y Cinema about?
Benjamin Ballon wants to be a filmmaker, and has devoted a large part of his life for the past few years to getting to the point of filming an independent movie. He has been encouraged by Carmen Maura (playing herself), an established star, who has agreed to appear in his first film, and it is her level-headedness, calmness, and general good sense that keeps the project moving along, despite Benjamin's inexperience and a very temperamental male lead. On one occasion when the male lead is hours late for a shoot, her calm is the only thing which keeps the crew from walking out. The title comes from Maura's habit of bringing homemade tortillas to meetings, and using them to get her way.
Who directed Tortilla y Cinema?
Tortilla y Cinema was directed by Martin Provost.
Who stars in Tortilla y Cinema?
The principal cast of Tortilla y Cinema includes Carmen Maura, Marc Duret, Michel Aumont, Marina Tomé, Marianne Groves.
When was Tortilla y Cinema released and how long is it?
Tortilla y Cinema was released in 1997 with a total runtime of Unknown.
Who composed the musical score for Tortilla y Cinema?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Tortilla y Cinema was composed by Bruno Bertoli.