The Cumparsita; the Uruguayan Tango
La Cumparsita; el Tango uruguayo
“The true story of Gerardo Matos Rodríguez”
Synopsis
This is the story of the “Anthem of the Tangos”, the most emblematic tango of all time. We are taken through the story of The Cumparsita, from its creation, its debut at La Giralda, the first recordings, the legal debates and world repercussions of this tango that transcends its creator and its time. Thanks to documents and the memories of members of his family, Gerardo Matos Rodríguez, the author, ceases to be just a signature at the bottom of a sheet of music and comes alive as a bohemian, elegant, talented man full of mysteries and with a dark side as well.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Darío Medina
- Screenplay & Story
- Darío Medina
- Original Score
- Gustavo Gravina, Gerardo Matos Rodríguez
- Original Title
- La Cumparsita; el Tango uruguayo
- Country of Origin
- Uruguay
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Darío Medina
Darío Medina
Gustavo Gravina, Gerardo Matos Rodríguez
Martín Presente
Ezekiel Fernández
Mariana Gerosa
Department Leadership Roster
Darío Medina
Director
Darío Medina
Screenplay
Mariana Gerosa
Producer
Martín Presente
Director of Photography
Ezekiel Fernández
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Cumparsita; the Uruguayan Tango.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Cumparsita; the Uruguayan Tango
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Cumparsita; the Uruguayan Tango about?
This is the story of the “Anthem of the Tangos”, the most emblematic tango of all time. We are taken through the story of The Cumparsita, from its creation, its debut at La Giralda, the first recordings, the legal debates and world repercussions of this tango that transcends its creator and its time. Thanks to documents and the memories of members of his family, Gerardo Matos Rodríguez, the author, ceases to be just a signature at the bottom of a sheet of music and comes alive as a bohemian, elegant, talented man full of mysteries and with a dark side as well.
Who directed The Cumparsita; the Uruguayan Tango?
The Cumparsita; the Uruguayan Tango was directed by Darío Medina.
Who stars in The Cumparsita; the Uruguayan Tango?
The principal cast of The Cumparsita; the Uruguayan Tango includes Not specified.
When was The Cumparsita; the Uruguayan Tango released and how long is it?
The Cumparsita; the Uruguayan Tango was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for The Cumparsita; the Uruguayan Tango?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Cumparsita; the Uruguayan Tango was composed by Gustavo Gravina, Gerardo Matos Rodríguez.