Altamira: el origen del arte

The film chronicles the discovery of the Altamira cave paintings in northern Spain by Marcelino Sanz de Sautuola and his daughter, Maria. Initially dismissed as a hoax by the scientific community, the film portrays Sautuola's struggle to prove the authenticity of the prehistoric art. It highlights the profound impact of this discovery on our understanding of early human creativity and the very origins of art.

Altamira received a mixed to negative reception from critics. While some acknowledged the historical significance of the story and the performances, many found the execution to be lacking. The film was criticized for its pacing, underdeveloped characters, and a somewhat conventional approach to a potentially fascinating subject.

• The film offers a visually appealing depiction of the cave paintings.
• Critics found the narrative to be somewhat predictable and lacking in dramatic depth.
• The performances were generally considered adequate but not enough to elevate the material.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be an interesting historical drama, appreciating its subject matter and visual presentation. However, some viewers noted that the storytelling could have been more engaging and that certain aspects of the narrative felt underdeveloped.

The actual discovery of the Altamira cave paintings was made by Marcelino Sanz de Sautuola in 1879, with his young daughter Maria often credited with being the first to notice the paintings on the cave ceiling, exclaiming '¡Papa, mira, bueyes colgados!' ('Dad, look, hanging bulls!').