An ode to legendary Mexican singer Chavela Vargas, whose unique voice and passionate performances enchanted audiences around the world. The documentary is framed around an exclusive 1991 interview with Vargas, and paints the picture of her remarkable life– from a young affair with Frida Kahlo, to her return and breakthrough into the international scene aided by life-long admirer, Pedro Almodóvar.
Chavela Chavela
An ode to legendary Mexican singer Chavela Vargas, whose unique voice and passionate performances enchanted audiences around the world.
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