Denmark / Sep 09, 1983
Pelota (1983)
Directed by Jørgen Leth
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47min
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5.0/10
Plot
A documentary view of the Basque ball-game in which a small hard leather ball is hit against a wall. The film gives an impression of the game itself and of those who play it, not only the star performers (and the myths that surround them), but also those who just play in the streets and alleyways. The film sees the game it its cultural context and conveys the emotions and stories that are peculiar to the Basque country.
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Genres
Documentary
Technical details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Original title | Pelota |
| Original language | euskera (EU) |
| Spoken languages | Español, euskera |
| Production countries | Denmark |
| Status | Released |
| Production companies | John & Leth Film |
| Release date | 9 settembre 1983 |
| Production | Ole John |
| Writer | Jørgen Leth, Klaus Rifbjerg, Ebbe Traberg |
| Editing | Franz Ernst |
| Cinematography | Georg Oddner, Dan Holmberg, Ole John |
| Assistant directors | Jørgen Leth |
| Camera operators | Georg Oddner, Dan Holmberg, Ole John |
| Additional photography | Georg Oddner, Dan Holmberg, Ole John |
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