Un día con Leopoldo María Panero
Un día con Leopoldo María Panero

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Un día con Leopoldo María Panero

2005
Movie
21 min
Spanish

After the publication of a CD book with the poems of Leopoldo María Panero, musicians Carlos Ann and Enrique Bunbury travel to the Canary Islands to meet the "cursed poet", who is hospitalized in the psychiatric hospital of Las Palmas.

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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Tono FrankGenres: Documentary, Biography

Plot Summary

This documentary offers an intimate glimpse into the life of Leopoldo María Panero, a significant figure in Spanish poetry. It explores his personal struggles, his artistic vision, and his unique perspective on life and death. Through interviews and archival footage, the film delves into the mind of a poet often associated with the "Novísimos" generation. The narrative weaves together his experiences in various institutions and his relentless pursuit of poetic expression.

Critical Reception

The film received attention for its raw and unflinching portrayal of Leopoldo María Panero. Critics noted its effectiveness in capturing the essence of a complex and often controversial poet. While not widely distributed, it is considered a valuable document for understanding Panero's life and work, appreciated for its sincerity and the depth of its subject.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers a poignant and unvarnished look at a unique Spanish poet.

  • Effectively captures the introspective and often dark world of Leopoldo María Panero.

  • A valuable, albeit niche, documentary for fans of Spanish literature and poetry.

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Fun Fact

Leopoldo María Panero was part of the "Novísimos" generation of Spanish poets, known for their avant-garde and sometimes shocking poetry that broke from previous traditions.

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