Hermógenes Cayo (Imaginero)
Synopsis
IMAGINERO is an ethnobiography of Hermogenes Cayo, a self-taught woodcarver and painter who lives on the high Andean plateau of Argentina. The film portrays Hermogenes, his wife Aurelia Kilpe, and their children in their Andean lifestyle, as well as Hermogenes' passion for painting, carving, building, and his devotion to the Virgin Mary. Devout, austere and dedicated to craftsmanship, he can make anything from religious figures carved from cactus wood to a working harmonium. Inspired by a trip to Buenos Aires to advocate for land rights, Hermogenes has labored to replicate the style of the capital's grand cathedral and shrine to the Virgin with resourcefulness and skill.
Top Cast
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- Director
- Jorge Prelorán
- Screenplay & Story
- Jorge Prelorán, Isabel Franco
- Original Score
- Leda Valladares
- Original Title
- Hermógenes Cayo (Imaginero)
- Country of Origin
- Argentina
- Release Date
- 30/01/1969
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jorge Prelorán
Jorge Prelorán, Isabel Franco
Leda Valladares
Department Leadership Roster
Jorge Prelorán
Director
Jorge Prelorán
Writer
Isabel Franco
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hermógenes Cayo (Imaginero)
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What is Hermógenes Cayo (Imaginero) about?
IMAGINERO is an ethnobiography of Hermogenes Cayo, a self-taught woodcarver and painter who lives on the high Andean plateau of Argentina. The film portrays Hermogenes, his wife Aurelia Kilpe, and their children in their Andean lifestyle, as well as Hermogenes' passion for painting, carving, building, and his devotion to the Virgin Mary. Devout, austere and dedicated to craftsmanship, he can make anything from religious figures carved from cactus wood to a working harmonium. Inspired by a trip to Buenos Aires to advocate for land rights, Hermogenes has labored to replicate the style of the capital's grand cathedral and shrine to the Virgin with resourcefulness and skill.
Who directed Hermógenes Cayo (Imaginero)?
Hermógenes Cayo (Imaginero) was directed by Jorge Prelorán.
Who stars in Hermógenes Cayo (Imaginero)?
The principal cast of Hermógenes Cayo (Imaginero) includes Hermógenes Cayo.
When was Hermógenes Cayo (Imaginero) released and how long is it?
Hermógenes Cayo (Imaginero) was released in 1969 with a total runtime of 1h 8m.
Who composed the musical score for Hermógenes Cayo (Imaginero)?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hermógenes Cayo (Imaginero) was composed by Leda Valladares.