Hard Times
Malas temporadas
Synopsis
When the troubled son of an NGO worker refuses to take a test and announces that he is not leaving his room, his concerned mother asks one of her clients, a Cuban exile, for help in setting the boy straight. Gonzalo has decided to drop out of school, and his mother Ana isn't sure how to convince the boy that he's making a crucial mistake. Ana's client Carlos is a Cuban exile who makes his living selling cigars and artwork on the black market. When Carlos learns of Ana's dilemma, he calls on recently released convict Mikel to teach the boy how to play chess. Perhaps is young Gonzalo can master the game, he can learn to start living again. As the lessons get underway, each of these characters learns that in order to truly move on with their lives they much first break free of the bonds that prevent them from being who they really are.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Manuel Martín Cuenca
- Screenplay & Story
- Manuel Martín Cuenca, Alejandro Hernández
- Original Score
- Pedro Barbadillo
- Original Title
- Malas temporadas
- Country of Origin
- Spain
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 55m
- Production Studios
- Iberrota Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Manuel Martín Cuenca
Manuel Martín Cuenca, Alejandro Hernández
Pedro Barbadillo
David Carretero
Department Leadership Roster
Manuel Martín Cuenca
Director
Manuel Martín Cuenca
Writer
Víctor Molero
Production Design
David Carretero
Director of Photography
Josune Lasa
Costume Design
Alejandro Hernández
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hard Times
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What is Hard Times about?
When the troubled son of an NGO worker refuses to take a test and announces that he is not leaving his room, his concerned mother asks one of her clients, a Cuban exile, for help in setting the boy straight. Gonzalo has decided to drop out of school, and his mother Ana isn't sure how to convince the boy that he's making a crucial mistake. Ana's client Carlos is a Cuban exile who makes his living selling cigars and artwork on the black market. When Carlos learns of Ana's dilemma, he calls on recently released convict Mikel to teach the boy how to play chess. Perhaps is young Gonzalo can master the game, he can learn to start living again. As the lessons get underway, each of these characters learns that in order to truly move on with their lives they much first break free of the bonds that prevent them from being who they really are.
Who directed Hard Times?
Hard Times was directed by Manuel Martín Cuenca.
Who stars in Hard Times?
The principal cast of Hard Times includes Javier Cámara, Nathalie Poza, Eman Xor Oña, Leonor Watling, Gonzalo Pedrosa.
When was Hard Times released and how long is it?
Hard Times was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 1h 55m.
Who composed the musical score for Hard Times?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hard Times was composed by Pedro Barbadillo.