Lupe

The film — a mix of music, colors, abstract scenes and little dialogue — is based loosely on the life and death of Mexican-American actress Lupe Velez. The music, far more than mere background, borders on serving as the film’s narrative and ranges from classical to contemporary pop music.

Director: José Rodríguez-Soltero

Cast: Mario Montez, Salvador Cruz, Dorrie, Charles Frehse, Norman Holden, Charles Ludlam, Max Reid, Medea Reid

Audience-only score — full critic data not yet in the ReelXO vault.