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Release Year1988
Runtime1h 22m
LanguageSpanish
CertificationNR
GenresDrama
Votes1
DirectorAlberto Arvelo
WritersAlberto Arvelo
TypeFeature Film
Rating8.0 out of 10
Cast5 credited
Also Known AsCandelas en la niebla
About Candelas en la niebla
Political struggles in Venezuela since 1921, during the military dictatorship of Juan Vicente Gómez. The uprising of the liberals and the popular army that is formed. The bloody civil war that takes place and the process that precedes the establishment of democracy. After a failed attempt on Eustoquio Gómez's life, governor of the region and brother of the dictator of Venezuela, the Gómezist army launches a fierce persecution against the inhabitants of Queniquea. They turn to Juan Pablo Peñaloza, head of the liberal army, who attacks the government forces. In a confrontation between the two sides, Peñaloza's son is killed. He continues with the "revolution" after challenging Eustoquio to a personal battle.
Directed by Alberto Arvelo, Candelas en la niebla leans on a strong ensemble — Gustavo Rodríguez, Rafael Briceño, Luis Rivas — 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 drama titles of 1988.
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