Begin the Beguine (1982)
Volver a empezar (original title)Reference View | Change View
- PG
- 1h 27min
- Drama
- 29 Mar 1982 (Spain)
- Movie
A renowned Spanish writer returns to his natal city after 40 years and embarks on a journey back to his roots, triggering memories of his past.
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Awards:
- Won 1 Oscar. Another 3 wins & 1 nomination.
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Cast
| Antonio Ferrandis | ... |
Antonio Albajara
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| Encarna Paso | ... |
Elena
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| José Bódalo | ... |
Roxiu
(as Jose Bodalo)
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| Agustín González | ... |
Gervasio Losada
(as Agustin Gonzalez)
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Pablo Hoyos | ... |
Ernesto
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| Marta Fernández Muro | ... |
Carolina
(as Marta Fernandez Muro)
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Pablo del Hoyo | ... |
Sabino
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Pedro Ruiz | ... |
Juan Carlos I (voice)
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Manuel Vega-Arango | ... |
Self
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Alfonso Cabeza | ... |
Self (uncredited)
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Antonio Maceda | ... |
Self (uncredited)
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Directed by
| José Luis Garci | ||
Written by
| José Luis Garci | ... | (written by) (as J.L. Garci) & |
| Ángel Llorente | ... | (written by) |
| Jaime Camino | ... | () (uncredited) |
| Román Gubern | ... | () (uncredited) |
Produced by
| José Esteban Alenda | ... | executive producer (as Jose Esteban Alenda) |
| José Luis Garci | ... | producer |
| Diego Gómez Sempere | ... | producer (as Diego Gomez Sempere) |
| Ángel Llorente | ... | executive producer (as Angel Llorente) |
| José Luis Merino | ... | producer (as Jose Luis Merino) |
Cinematography by
| Manuel Rojas | ||
Editing by
| Miguel González Sinde | ... | (as Miguel G. Sinde) |
Editorial Department
| Amparo Roces | ... | assistant editor |
Production Design by
| Gil Parrondo | ||
Makeup Department
| Romi Gonzalez | ... | makeup artist |
| Josefa Morales | ... | hair stylist |
Second Unit Director or Assistant Director
| Benito Rabal | ... | assistant director |
Art Department
| Jesús Pascual | ... | set builder (as Jesus Pascual) |
| Antonio Patón | ... | set building assistant (as Antonio Paton) |
Sound Department
| Jacinto Cora | ... | sound engineer |
Camera and Electrical Department
| José Luis Aguilar | ... | assistant camera |
| Gaby | ... | still photographer |
| Julio Leyva | ... | assistant camera (as Julio Leiva) |
| Vicente Peña | ... | gaffer |
Costume and Wardrobe Department
| Isabel Perales | ... | wardrobe |
Music Department
| Jesús Gluck | ... | musical director: piano performer (as Jesus Gluck) |
| Johann Pachelbel | ||
| Cole Porter | ||
Additional Crew
| Yuyi Beringola | ... | script |
| Rowan Brady | ... | lab technician: Mónaco Lab |
| Alfredo Diaz | ... | crane operator |
| Ricardo García Arrojo | ... | production assistant (as Ricardo Gª Arrojo) |
| Adolfo Hernández | ... | production assistant |
| Jose Medina | ... | lab technician: Fotofilm Madrid S.A. (as Jose Medina) |
| Ricardo Navarrete | ... | operator |
| Rafael Rodrigo | ... | lab technician: Fotofilm Madrid S.A. |
| Blanca Rodríguez | ... | production secretary |
| Miguel Villafáfila | ... | lab technician: Fotofilm Madrid S.A. (as Miguel Villafafila) |
| Lola Cervantes | ... | voice dubbing: Encarna Paso (uncredited) |
Thanks
| Manuel García Meana | ... | dedicated to |
Production Companies
Distributors
- José Esteban Alenda Distribución (1982) (Spain) (theatrical)
- 20th Century Fox Argentina (1983) (Argentina) (theatrical)
- 20th Century Fox International Classics (1983) (United States) (theatrical) (subtitled)
- Warner Bros.
Special Effects
Other Companies
- Cineasta S.A. (facilities)
- Cámara Rent Internacional S.A. (camera equipment provided by)
- Hidemar S.A. (thanks)
- Induyco (thanks)
- Legiscine (insurance)
- Mateos, Luna, Mengibar (props)
- Mole Richardson (grip and lighting equipment)
- Mole Richardson (grip and lighting equipment)
- Real Club de Regatas (thanks)
- Real Sporting de Gijón (special thanks)
- Renault Fasa (thanks)
- Sastreria Cornejo (costume and wardrobe)
- Sincronía Films S.A. de C.V. (sound post-production)
- Sincronía (sound post-production)
- Tauro S.A. (thanks)
- Tioda (thanks)
- University of Berkeley (special thanks)
- Ángel Megino (transport)
Storyline
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Antonio Albajara is a successful poet and teacher in the Berkeley University that returns to Gijón (Principality of Asturias, north to Spain). He travels there looking for everything that he left behind in his youth when he turned a well-known poet and writer in Mexico and USA, winning the Nobel prize with time. In Gijón he meets again with his past in Roxiu, an old friend (both played in the Sporting of Gijón's soccer team years ago) and Elena, his great-love of past times. Through his memory, his friends and Elena, Antonio starts an unforgettable journey by everyone. Written by Chockys |
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Box Office
| Budget | ESP40,000,000 (estimated) |
Did You Know?
| Trivia | The first Spanish film to win an Oscar as Best Foreign Language Film. See more » |
| Movie Connections | Featured in The 79th Annual Academy Awards (2007). See more » |
| Soundtracks | Canon in D Major See more » |