Pelota
A documentary view of the Basque ball-game in which a small hard leather ball is hit against a wall. The film gives an impression of the game itself and of those who play it, not only the star performers (and the myths that surround them), but also those who just play in the streets and alleyways. The film sees the game it its cultural context and conveys the emotions and stories that are peculiar to the Basque country.
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Pelota
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Sep 9, 1983
Runtime
0h 47m
Genres
Documentary
User Score
70%
Original Title
Pelota
Production Companies
John & Leth Film
Director
Jørgen Leth
Description
A documentary view of the Basque ball-game in which a small hard leather ball is hit against a wall. The film gives an impression of the game itself and of those who play it, not only the star performers (and the myths that surround them), but also those who just play in the streets and alleyways. The film sees the game it its cultural context and conveys the emotions and stories that are peculiar to the Basque country.