Madre amadísima
Synopsis
The film tells the touching story of Alfredito, a sacristan in a country church: in a long flashback he talks about his life and his deep love for his mother and for the Virgin Mary, both 'beloved mothers' (madres amadísimas). From the discovery of his sexual identity to his first love, from his military service to his move to the big city, his personal experience traces the history of Spain, from Franco's dictatorship to the achievement of democracy. A baroque melodrama where the protagonist's homosexuality and religious belief together form a single devotion, passionate and unwavering.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Pilar Távora
- Screenplay & Story
- Santiago Escalante
- Original Score
- José Miguel Évora, Borja Évora
- Original Title
- Madre amadísima
- Country of Origin
- Spain
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Artimagen
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Pilar Távora
Santiago Escalante
José Miguel Évora, Borja Évora
Marc Cuxart
Department Leadership Roster
Marc Cuxart
Director of Photography
Santiago Escalante
Screenplay
Pilar Távora
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Madre amadísima
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Madre amadísima about?
The film tells the touching story of Alfredito, a sacristan in a country church: in a long flashback he talks about his life and his deep love for his mother and for the Virgin Mary, both 'beloved mothers' (madres amadísimas). From the discovery of his sexual identity to his first love, from his military service to his move to the big city, his personal experience traces the history of Spain, from Franco's dictatorship to the achievement of democracy. A baroque melodrama where the protagonist's homosexuality and religious belief together form a single devotion, passionate and unwavering.
Who directed Madre amadísima?
Madre amadísima was directed by Pilar Távora.
Who stars in Madre amadísima?
The principal cast of Madre amadísima includes Gala Évora, Ramón Rivero, Gloria de Jesús, José Burgos, David Lora.
When was Madre amadísima released and how long is it?
Madre amadísima was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for Madre amadísima?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Madre amadísima was composed by José Miguel Évora, Borja Évora.