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Flamenco, Flamenco (PG*)

Part of: Dance Umbrella

,Barbican Cinema 3
A still from the film Flamenco Flamenco

One of Spain's finest flamenco dancers Rocio Molina features in this dazzling documentary from acclaimed director Carlos Saura.

Festival guest Rocio Molina is one of an impressive line-up of Spain’s finest flamenco dancers, singers and musicians who feature in this dazzling documentary from acclaimed director Carlos Saura.

Presented without explanatory text or voiceover, and entirely free of ‘talking heads’, the film presents 21 short music and dance numbers in rapid succession, all shot against stylised sound-stage backdrops. It’s a treat for flamenco fans, and for full impact, one best savoured on the big screen.

The highlights are many, but include flamenco superstar Sara Baras, in a blindingly-red dress performing against a vivid yellow sunset; guitar virtuoso Paco de Lucía; youngster El Carpeta in a barnstorming Buleria against a dramatic full moon; and dancer Eva Yerbabuena and singer Miguel Poveda in an intense duet in the pouring rain.

 

Tagged with: Cinema

Spain 2010 Dir Carlos Saura 97 min

Please note: the songs featured in this film are presented without subtitles

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Barbican Cinema 3

Location
Barbican Cinema 2 & 3 are located on Beech Street, a short walk from the Barbican’s Silk Street entrance. From Silk Street, you’ll see a zebra crossing that will take you across the road to the venue. 

Address
Beech Street
London
EC2Y 8DS

Public transport
The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.