Benito Zambrano

10.03.1964, Lebrija, Sevilla

 

Director
Zambrano is a Spanish director and screenwriter. He studied screenwriting and directing at the International Film and Television School in San Juan de los Bańos on Cuba. From 1990 to 1994 he made several short films, and his first feature film Solas (1999) attracted attention of audiences and critics alike. It also won several awards at international festivals such as the Goya for Best Screenplay and Best Young Director. In 2002, he directed the mini TV series Padre Coraje. Three years later, he directed his second feature film Habana Blues (2005).

Filmography


Films by this director

Alone

(Solas, 1999)

Directed by: Benito Zambrano
PHOTOGRAPHY: Tote Trenas
Synopsis:

María is a young woman who left her village and family in order to live in the city. Since she has no education, she is forced to work as a cleaner and live in a poor neighborhood. She is also unlucky in love. Her father comes to the city for a surgery and her mother stays with her during that time. For the first time in years, the two women will attempt to renew their broken relationship.

digital, color, 101 min

Havana Blues

(2005.)

Directed by: Benito Zambrano
PHOTOGRAPHY: Jean-Claude Larrieu
Synopsis:

Two friends and musicians, Ruy and Tito try to make it in the music world with a specific musical style that combines traditional Cuban with modern music and speaks about typical Cuban themes. They get their chance when a Spanish music label gives them an ultimatum: they have to adjust their lyrics to the international market. Ruy thinks that would be treason against their country, art and their integrity, while Tito is more aware of their financial problems.

color, digital, 110 min
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