The Spirit of Lorca
Synopsis
In a brief life filled with prodigious artistic achievements, Federico García Lorca’s greatest legacy may well be his complex and compelling personality. Filmed on location in Spain, this BBC Arena documentary profiles the immortalized poet/dramatist, capturing the potent essence of Spanish culture in the process. Extracts from his poems, plays, and letters demonstrate his duende—burning passion—for the arts, while the details of his life and violent death, as told by his biographer Ian Gibson, contemporaries Rafael Alberti and Luis Rosales, and others, present a thoughtful perspective on Spain’s revered literary icon.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mike Dibb
- Original Title
- The Spirit of Lorca
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 16m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mike Dibb
Department Leadership Roster
Mike Dibb
Director
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What is The Spirit of Lorca about?
In a brief life filled with prodigious artistic achievements, Federico García Lorca’s greatest legacy may well be his complex and compelling personality. Filmed on location in Spain, this BBC Arena documentary profiles the immortalized poet/dramatist, capturing the potent essence of Spanish culture in the process. Extracts from his poems, plays, and letters demonstrate his duende—burning passion—for the arts, while the details of his life and violent death, as told by his biographer Ian Gibson, contemporaries Rafael Alberti and Luis Rosales, and others, present a thoughtful perspective on Spain’s revered literary icon.
Who directed The Spirit of Lorca?
The Spirit of Lorca was directed by Mike Dibb.
Who stars in The Spirit of Lorca?
The principal cast of The Spirit of Lorca includes Not specified.
When was The Spirit of Lorca released and how long is it?
The Spirit of Lorca was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 16m.