The Compass Rose
Originally released in 1983. The Compass Rose is a drama film. directed by Patricio Guzmán. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Patxi Andión, Gloria Laso, and Fernando Birri
Synopsis
Exiled Chilean director Patricio Guzmán filmed in Cuba and in Venezuela to create this controversial statement on the creation and survival of Latin American culture from the late-15th century to the present. For some viewers, the film will be superficially symbolic and rhetorical, for others, it will be a strong and personal vision of several centuries of history.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 19, 1983
42 years ago
Runtime
1h 24m
84 minutes total
User Rating
4.1/10
Mixed (7 votes)
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Cuba
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Production Companies
- ICAIC
- Departamento de Cine de la Universidad de los Andes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Compass Rose about?
Exiled Chilean director Patricio Guzmán filmed in Cuba and in Venezuela to create this controversial statement on the creation and survival of Latin American culture from the late-15th century to ...
Who directed The Compass Rose?
The Compass Rose was directed by Patricio Guzmán.
How long is The Compass Rose?
The Compass Rose has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).
When was The Compass Rose released?
The Compass Rose was released on March 19, 1983 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Compass Rose?
The main cast of The Compass Rose includes Patxi Andión, Gloria Laso, Fernando Birri, Héctor Noguera, Nelson Villagra.