

Manolita, la Chen de Arcos
Synopsis
Manolita Chen became in the mid-eighties the first Spanish transsexual mother who managed to adopt. Through the documentary she tells us about that process, as well as her experiences as a transgressive woman at a time when Spain was not yet socially or legally advanced. We discover a life full of bitterness but without rancor in between, where she nostalgically recalls her facet as a businesswoman and vedette, gradually managing to integrate into her hometown, Arcos de la Frontera, where she currently enjoys the affection and approval of her relatives and neighbors.
Top Cast
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- Director
- Valeria Vegas
- Screenplay & Story
- Valeria Vegas
- Original Score
- Bernardo Bonezzi
- Original Title
- Manolita, la Chen de Arcos
- Country of Origin
- Spain
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Valeria Vegas
Valeria Vegas
Bernardo Bonezzi
Celia Riera
Valeria Vegas
Department Leadership Roster
Valeria Vegas
Director
Valeria Vegas
Producer
Valeria Vegas
Screenplay
Bernardo Bonezzi
Original Music Composer
Celia Riera
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Manolita, la Chen de Arcos
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Manolita, la Chen de Arcos about?
Manolita Chen became in the mid-eighties the first Spanish transsexual mother who managed to adopt. Through the documentary she tells us about that process, as well as her experiences as a transgressive woman at a time when Spain was not yet socially or legally advanced. We discover a life full of bitterness but without rancor in between, where she nostalgically recalls her facet as a businesswoman and vedette, gradually managing to integrate into her hometown, Arcos de la Frontera, where she currently enjoys the affection and approval of her relatives and neighbors.
Who directed Manolita, la Chen de Arcos?
Manolita, la Chen de Arcos was directed by Valeria Vegas.
Who stars in Manolita, la Chen de Arcos?
The principal cast of Manolita, la Chen de Arcos includes Manolita Chen.
When was Manolita, la Chen de Arcos released and how long is it?
Manolita, la Chen de Arcos was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for Manolita, la Chen de Arcos?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Manolita, la Chen de Arcos was composed by Bernardo Bonezzi.
