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Release Year2024
Runtime1h 30m
LanguageSpanish
CertificationNR
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DirectorMaría Salomé Jury, Oscar Frenkel
WritersMaría Salomé Jury, Oscar Frenkel
TypeFeature Film
Rating0.0 out of 10
Cast2 credited
Also Known AsOnce Upon a Time there was a Wizard
About Once Upon a Time there was a Wizard
Leonardo Favio’s final years are captured through the eyes of his daughter in an intimate and revealing journey. As Favio recreates his masterpiece, Aniceto, remake of Este es el romance del Aniceto y la Francisca… Interviews between father and daughter unveil a rich story of creativity, legacy and deep relationship. In this documentary, the camera becomes a silent witness to the interaction between Favio and his daughter, offering a privileged look into the mind of the artist and the man behind the genius. The conversations span memories, reflections on art and life, exploring Favio’s duality as filmmaker and father.
Directed by María Salomé Jury, Oscar Frenkel, Once Upon a Time there was a Wizard leans on a strong ensemble — Leonardo Favio, Pupy Favio — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about screen titles of 2024.
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