Manuel Octavio Gómez
Born: 1934-11-14 in Havana, Cuba
Died: 1988-01-02
Known For: Directing
Biography
Manuel Octavio Gómez was a Cuban film director and screenwriter, recognized for his contributions to Cuban cinema during the post-revolutionary period. He began his career in the 1960s, directing documentaries and short films that reflected the social and political changes in Cuba. Gómez's notable works include La primera carga al machete (1969), a film depicting the Cuban War of Independence, and Los días del agua (1971), which explores themes of faith and superstition. His films are characterized by their innovative narrative techniques and commitment to social realism, making significant contributions to Latin American cinema.
Filmography
1988
- Gallego ... (Director)
1985
- Patakin Means Fable ... (Director)
1984
1983
- Mr. President ... (Director)
1978
- Woman, Man, City ... (Director)
1977
- La tierra y el cielo ... (Script)
1973
- Ustedes tienen la palabra ... (Director)
1971
- The Days of Water ... (Director)
1969
- The First Charge of the Machete ... (Director)
- Nuevitas ... (Director)
1967
- Tulipa ... (Director)
1962
- Story of a Battle ... (Director)
1959
- This Is Our Land ... (First Assistant Director)