Cast
View AllAlejandro Parrilla
as Juan Domingo Séptimo
Rodrigo Lico Lorente
as La señora Esther
Orlando Mastropaolo
as El tío Horacio
Rocío Rodríguez Presedo
as La señorita Sontag
Walter Cornás
as Juan Domingo Cinco
Lidia Epstejn
as Juan Domingo Dos
Hernán Lociser
as Juan Domingo Tres
Paula Staffolani
as El Hada Buena
Gimena Cuyas
as Hada
Andrea Cuyás
as Hada
Ariel Pérez de María
as Subastador
La Payuca
as Asistente
Agustín Aguirre
as Primer niño subastado
Berta Muñiz
as Examinador Nro. Uno
Angie Hoyos
as Examinador Nro. Dos
Crew
Director
- Laura Casabé
Writer
- Laura Casabé
Producer
- Julio Ortega
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a science fiction narrative, El hada buena - Una fábula peronista explores potential technological and societal futures, raising important questions about humanity's place in the universe and our evolutionary trajectory. The film stands apart from other sci-fi works by presenting a vision that is both thought-provoking and visually distinctive.
Director Laura Casabé 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 pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2010, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of El hada buena - Una fábula peronista took approximately 21 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 85 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 110 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 5 weeks before filming began.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 4 months to complete.
- The musical score contains over 37 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2010, when this film is released:
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
While El hada buena - Una fábula peronista shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Green Lantern: First Flight, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, El hada buena - Una fábula peronista offers a fresh perspective through its innovative visual language and narrative structure.
While films like Welcome II the Terrordome and Project Eden: Vol. I explore similar territory, El hada buena - Una fábula peronista stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: April 29, 2010
- Runtime: 1h 25m
