The Last Rumba of Papa Montero

Overview

Explores the sensuous rhythms and movements of the dance style known as the rumba, as demonstrated by the celebrated Havana rumbero Papá Montero. Blending vintage documentary footage with meticulously staged recreations, the dancer's tragic assassination at Carnival is connected with the passing of a cultural era in Cuban life.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

January 2, 1992

Original language

Spanish

Spoken languages

Spanish

Production

ICAIC

Cast

Carlos Cruz,Rafael Sosa,René de la Cruz,Sonia Caridad,Jorge Dixon,Jorge Cao,Johanes García

Director

Octavio Cortázar

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt0298584