Directed by Emilio Aragón and
photographed by David Omedes Pájaros de
papel (Paper birds) fall into the
category of comedy-drama.
The story of a group of circus performers is set after the war that had deprived them of everything but hunger. The
musician Jorge del Pino, the ventriloquist Enrique Corgo, the popular
singer Rocío Moliner and Miguel, the orphan, along with the other “lost souls” form an extraordinary family. They try to live every
day like any other, with its miseries and
joys. Laugh and music help them overcome obstacles and the lack of bread is compensated by audience
applause.
Among winners and losers protagonists look for
something to eat or for a place to sleep rather than for a chance in life. Unfortunately, sooner than they can imagine, they encounter tough test and they have to make decision which turns into a
matter of survival.
In the time full of intrigues and dangers
performers try to go straight forward to get somewhere where they can sleep without fear.
This touching but free of mawkish sentiment (like Tres metros sobre el cielo) movie is a
heartwarming tale of unusual friendship. What I like about Pájaros de papel, except for the performance of the actors, is
charming soundtrack. On top of that, the photography is very impressive. Each
close-up shot seems to be very meaningful; in my opinion it can evoke deep
emotions in every person.
This production definitely belongs to my list of
best movies. What is more, it’s similar to my beloved La vita e bella and Cinema
Paradiso, another films really worth seeing.
Films set in a circus have a special, slightly mysterious atmosphere. The one I saw quite recently (The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus) was absolutely crazy, scary and wonderful at the same time. Do you know it?
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