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
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Crew
Crew Credits
Gallego
Role: Director
MOVIE • 1988
Patakin Means Fable
Role: Director
MOVIE • 1985
Patakin Means Fable
Role: Writer
MOVIE • 1985
Mr. President
Role: Director
MOVIE • 1983
Mr. President
Role: Adaptation
MOVIE • 1983
Woman, Man, City
Role: Director
MOVIE • 1978
La tierra y el cielo
Role: Script
MOVIE • 1977
La tierra y el cielo
Role: Director
MOVIE • 1977
Ustedes tienen la palabra
Role: Director
MOVIE • 1973
The Days of Water
Role: Director
MOVIE • 1971
The Days of Water
Role: Screenplay
MOVIE • 1971
The First Charge of the Machete
Role: Director
MOVIE • 1969
The First Charge of the Machete
Role: Writer
MOVIE • 1969
Nuevitas
Role: Director
MOVIE • 1969
Nuevitas
Role: Writer
MOVIE • 1969
Tulipa
Role: Director
MOVIE • 1967
Story of a Battle
Role: Director
MOVIE • 1962
This Is Our Land
Role: First Assistant Director
MOVIE • 1959