Over the summer I find myself catching up on shows and movies I didn't have the chance to see during the school year. This, however, includes hours of HBO as well, and while I happened to be watching HBO one day, a refreshing new movie began. It's name? Death in Granada or Disappearance of García Lorca.
This movie illustrates the story of the life and mysterious death of Spanish poet Federico García Lorca in 1936 during the Spanish Civil War. During the war, Franco (the dictator wanting to come to power) and his army wanted to quiet and silence the opposing force and anything that spoke against them. Lorca was a much loved poet, but his voice was too strong. This movie features not only an intimate look at the struggle of Spanish society, but also some A-list actors including: Andy Garcia, Edward James Olmes (Selena, Time of the Butterflies), and Esai Morales (La Bamba and numerous TV appearances).
It is in English, so no worries, although I'm sure you can find it in other languages I'm sure. In fact, I know you can, because it is listed on IMDB in other languages as well. IF you have a chance, check out his poems - they've been translated to English - but they are moving and very telling about the time period and that era in Spain.
¡Viva España!
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