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Rocío y José

Rocío y José (1983)

Jan 01, 1983 1h 25m

One of the oldest pilgrimages known to European Christianity is the pilgrimage to El Rocío, where prayers are said to the benevolent Blanca Paloma. Year after year, pilgrimage trains of more than a million believers set out to visit the small, remote andalusian village, which is normally inhabited by less than a thousand souls. In this film, the story of shy infatuation developing between two young people is little more than García Pelayo’s pretext to shooting this event in each and every detail. - Viennale

Directed by Gonzalo García-Pelayo

Cast

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María José López

as Rocío

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Curro Franco

as José

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María del Carmen Fernández

as

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José Manuel Benítez

as

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Félix del Pozo

as

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Amalia Acosta

as

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Miguel Ángel Iglesias

as Miguel

Crew

Director
  • Gonzalo García-Pelayo

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Thematic Analysis

Rocío y José represents a fascinating example of cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.

Director Gonzalo García-Pelayo 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 1983, 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 Rocío y José took approximately 17 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 142 minutes long.
  • The screenplay went through 10 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 7 weeks before filming began.
  • The film contains approximately 1621 individual shots.

Historical Context

  • In 1983, when this film was released:
  • Personal computers were beginning to transform homes and workplaces.
  • 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: January 1, 1983
  • Runtime: 1h 25m

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