Reverón (1952)
Directed by Margot Benacerraf, Reverón is a poetic and visually striking documentary that delves into the life and artistic vision of Venezuelan painter Armando Reverón. Set in the sun-drenched coastal landscape of Macuto, where the artist lived in near isolation, the film captures his eccentric lifestyle and unique creative process. Through evocative imagery and a contemplative narrative, Reverón explores his deep connection to nature, his experiments with light and texture, and his profound artistic genius. This seminal work stands as a tribute to one of Venezuela’s most influential painters and a landmark in Latin American documentary filmmaking.
Director: Margot Benacerraf
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Carlos Augusto León as Narrador |
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Armando Reverón as Self |
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Juanita Mota as Self |
| Writing | Margot Benacerraf | Writer |
| Directing | Margot Benacerraf | Director |
| Sound | Guy Bernard | Music |
| Camera | Boris Doroslovacki | Director of Photography |
| Editing | Francine Grubert | Editor |
| Editing | Margot Benacerraf | Editor |