Against a colorful and psychedelic rural scenario in Argentine Mesopotamia, this film depicts the life and works of poet and reciter Edgar Estigarribia (1923-1989). A compulsive, ... See full summary
Poeta del Guarán (2006) Online
- Original Title :
- Poeta del Guarán
- Genre :
- Movie / Documentary / Musical
- Year :
- 2006
- Directror :
- Federico Martini Crotti
- Writer :
- Federico Martini Crotti
- Type :
- Movie
- Time :
- 1h 32min
- Rating :
- 6.6/10
Against a colorful and psychedelic rural scenario in Argentine Mesopotamia, this film depicts the life and works of poet and reciter Edgar Estigarribia (1923-1989). A compulsive, self-taught creator, the "Poet of Guaran" recorded more than 200 glosses within some of the most popular Chamame albums. Due to his talent and charisma, the gloss (a musical theme's introductory poem) was definitely incorporated to Tarragosian Chamame, one of the richest, most danceable and joyful rhythms of Argentine folklore. His story is only narrated by him and those who knew him, through spontaneous interview fragments which conform a vertiginous choral ensemble, unanimous, replete with universal humor, tragedy and affection, showing both sides of the coin. Parallelly and with precision, lots of video-clips illustrate the recorded poems that go along his life, including the appearance of people, things and places that inspired them. Misteriously, Edgar's free, bohemian and generous spirit turns ...