Babenco: Tell Me When I Die (2019) is a cinematic journey through the multifaceted life of Hector Babenco, a figure who seamlessly blended two cultures and mastered the art of filmmaking. From his early days as a tomb salesman and extra in spaghetti westerns to his later roles as a photographer of steakhouses and an Oscar-nominated director, Babenco's career was as diverse as it was impactful. Known for his controversial and demanding nature, he left an indelible mark on the film industry, earning accolades in Locarno, competing in Cannes, and making waves in Hollywood. His collaborations with legendary actors like Meryl Streep, Jack Nicholson, and Willem Dafoe further cemented his status as a cinematic titan. This documentary offers a poetic, black-and-white exploration of Babenco's memories and aspirations, maintaining a lyrical tone that avoids journalistic detachment. It delves deeply into his life and eventual passing, reflecting the many facets of a man who lived and died in numerous ways.
Babenco: Tell Me When I Die (2019)
2019 · Documentary · 75 min. · Brazil
Credits
Direction Bárbara Paz
Cast Héctor Babenco · Regina Braga · Willem Dafoe · Paulo José · Xuxa Lopes · Selton Mello · Fernanda Montenegro · Bárbara Paz · Fernanda Torres · Drauzio Varella
Screenplay Maria Camargo · Bárbara Paz
Cinematography David A. Barkan · André Brandão · Stefan Ciupek · Carolina Costa · Bárbara Paz
Technical sheet
Title Babenco: Tell Me When I Die
Original title Babenco: Alguém Tem que Ouvir o Coração e Dizer Parou
Year 2019
Type Documentary
Length 75 min.
Country Brazil
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