Cast
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Mecha Ortiz
as Selva Moreno
Roberto Escalada
as Raúl
Miguel Gómez Bao
as Molina
Guillermo Battaglia
as Caudal
Mirtha Legrand
as Irene
Ilde Pirovano
as Gertrudis
Nicolás Fregues
as Benavídez
Miguel Gómez Bao
as Silvino
Elisardo Santalla
as Don Raimundo
Ricardo Canales
as Delavalle
Elisa Labardén
as Teresa
Olga Zubarry
as Extra (Fantasma fiesta de disfraces)
Herminia Mancini
as Langosta
Crew
Director
- Carlos Hugo Christensen
Writer
- Julio Porter
- César Tiempo
- Alphonse Daudet
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Safo, historia de una pasión 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 Carlos Hugo Christensen 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 1943, 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 Safo, historia de una pasión took approximately 17 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 98 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 121 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 1456 individual shots.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
- The screenplay went through 6 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 1943, when this film was released:
- Television was becoming a dominant form of home entertainment.
- The civil rights movement was gaining momentum in the United States.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: September 16, 1943
- Runtime: 1h 38m