1989 Official Selection, film index

Papobo

  1. Overview
  2. Fact Sheet

In the city of Havana in 1964, Papolo, son of a free slave, decides to give a Christmas toy to his sister. He discovers the city and its inhabitants but also the worrying forest. He will get involved in different situations confronting the reality of those times.

The film

  • Film identity

    Original title: Papobo

    Directed by: Hugo ALEA

    Country: Cuba

    Year of production: 1987

    Running time: 50 min

  • Technique

    Category:

    Techniques used: puppets

    Process: Colour

  • Credits

    Directed by: Hugo ALEA

    Production: CUBAN INSTITUTE OF ART & CINEMATOGRAPHY INDUSTRY - ICAIC ESTUDIOS DE ANIMACION

    Script: David Garcia

    Animation: Jorge Perez

    Camera: Hugo Alea

    Music: Francisco Amat

    Sound: Mario Martin

    Editing: José Garcia

    Voice: Maria Garcia, Franck Gonzales, Julio Hernandez, Elvira Cervera