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Manuel Barbachano Ponce
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04 Apr 1925
† 29 Oct 1994
Mérida - Yucatán - Mexico
Biography
Manuel Barbachano Ponce (4 April 1925 – 29 October 1994) was a Mexican film producer, director, and screenwriter associated with the development of independent and culturally oriented production in Mexico. He produced key mid-century titles including Raíces—entered into the 1955 Cannes Film Festival—and the documentary Torero!, which received a special citation at the Venice Film Festival. He also produced internationally recognized features such as Nazarín (directed by Luis Buñuel) and later ...
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Miguel Barbachano Ponce
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