Flamenco
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Movie Reviews of Flamenco
Movie Review: Good representation of various flamenco styles
Summary: 5 Stars
Although the rich and diverse cultural phenomenon of flamenco is extremely difficult to embrace within the limited frame of a single movie, this work of Carlos Saura is a great job on representing its styles and forms. Yes, you need to have some basic understanding of flamenco to enjoy it - it is not meant for mass entertainment, but for those who are looking a little bit more deeply into this wonderful art form. And, yes, the core of flamenco is CANTE, not the dance, as unprepared spectator might expect. A lot of joy in recognizing the distinguished participant artists, (if you know them). I could only wish this film to be longer and even more diverse. Very recommended for serious flamenco aficionados, for everybody who wishes to get to know flamenco in depth, and in variety.
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BTW - Joaquin Cortes is a great 'bailarin', but not 'bailaor' in my view, and THE LEAST authentic flamenco dancer here; he has a solid ballet background but too distilled from the real flamenco puro. However, I can see that he represents the most "digestible" "flamenco-like" image for the spectators who have very superficial idea of this culture.
Movie Review: Rare opportunity to see the greats!
Summary: 5 Stars
While this performance is choreographed, hence not 100% authentic Canté Gitano, this is a very rare opportunity to see many of the great people of flamenco in one place. Carlos Saura has brought together people of the likes of Moraito Chico, Fernanda de Utrera, Manolo Sanlúcar, Manuel Agujetas, Paco del Gastor, Chocolate, Farruco, Farruquito, Tomasa la Macanita, Tomatito, etc, etc!
This DVD has on it most of the important forms of Flamenco, and hence makes a good reference. The presentation is somewhat artificial, and some of the important personalities are missing however - the most notable being Pedro Bacan. Still, it is a must have for any aficionado of the Canté.
Movie Review: Duende on film
Summary: 5 Stars
Those not in the know tend to think of Flamenco in terms of women with fans and flying skirts and men in boots and macho attitudes. Well, yeah, but there's more, much more. This movie, filmed in a converted Spanish railway station, presents the full range of the Gitano's art, from traditional to modern, individual to group, expressing all the pain and joy of a true, very serious artform. A delight.Movie Review: The Finest Flamenco
Summary: 5 Stars
An amazing combination of the best of the best--this is the way flamenco is supposed to be. The dancing is precise and the singing soulful. My only complaint is that the performances take place in a cathedral, which seems a stark backdrop when compared to an open plaza or a crowded nightclub. Still, of course, a phenomenal collections of players.Movie Review: A televisual feast for the eyes and ears
Summary: 5 Stars
This film does not have a storyline. It is simply an assembly of dancers, singers and guitarists performing. All very talented and beautifully filmed. It creates a special atmosphere. I felt like watching it over again immediately after the first playing.