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Viegésimo aniversario
Les Luthiers is an Argentine comedy-musical group, very popular also in several other Spanish-speaking countries such as Paraguay, Guatemala, Peru, Chile, Ecuador, Spain, Colombia, Mexico, Uruguay, Bolivia, Cuba and Venezuela. They were formed in 1967 by Gerardo Masana, during the height of a period of very intense Choral Music activity in Argentina's state universities. Their outstanding characteristic is the home-made musical instruments (hence the name luthiers, French for "musical instrument maker"), some of them extremely sophisticated, which they skillfully employ in their recitals to produce music and texts full of high class and refined humor. From 1977 until his death in 2007, they worked together with Roberto Fontanarrosa, a renowned Argentine cartoonist and writer.
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Plot Summary
The film depicts the tumultuous life of a young man from his adolescence to his early adulthood, grappling with societal expectations, personal desires, and the search for identity in Portugal.
Critical Reception
Vigésimo Aniversário received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its introspective nature and the performances of its lead actors, though some found its pacing to be slow. It is considered a notable work within Portuguese cinema of the late 1980s.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its thoughtful exploration of coming-of-age themes.
Noted for strong performances by the main cast.
Some critics pointed out a deliberate, at times slow, narrative pace.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented on Google platforms, but critical reviews suggest an appreciation for its dramatic depth and character development.
Fun Fact
The film's title, 'Vigésimo Aniversário,' translates to 'Twentieth Anniversary,' hinting at a significant milestone or turning point in the protagonist's life.
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