Reflections on My New Tango Home
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Sunday, 1 June 2014
Diaries from BsAs #5 - Fermín (a real tango movie)
As newcomers to tango many years ago, we were fascinated by Sally Potter's The Tango Lesson and Carlos Saura's Tango. There have been other movies with tango as a theme. But in my view, the recently released Fermín is a true tango film.
If you are able to see it, don't expect frequent dance sequences, although there are some. Rather, it's about tango and the culture of tango as a way of life. We saw how the common themes of tango lyrics form the central themes throughout 85 year old Fermín's life. This sensitively and intelligently acted story left the audience of the Gaumont Cinema (Buenos Aires) applauding at the end, as well as some tearful eyes.
Let's hope it is released in many other countries including Australia. Try not to miss it.
PP
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