Cast
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José Luis Gómez
as Juan Oribe
Amparo Muñoz
as Clara
Patricia Adriani
as Carmen
Francisco Casares
as Paco
Luis Politti
as Luis Falcón
Hélène Peychayrand
as Aurora (as Helene Peycherand)
Claude Legros
as Donato Estévez (as Claude Legross)
Marie Mansart
as Josefina
Juan Jesús Valverde
as (as Jose Valverde)
María Amezua
as Chica del bar
Crew
Director
- Jaime Chávarri
Writer
- Elías Querejeta
- Jaime Chávarri
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Dedicated to... examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Jaime Chávarri brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1980, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Dedicated to... took approximately 34 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 97 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 119 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 6 months to complete.
- The musical score contains over 53 unique compositions.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 1980, when this film was released:
- Economic policies were shifting toward deregulation in many Western countries.
- MTV launched, changing how music was marketed and consumed.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: June 4, 1980
- Runtime: 1h 37m