Manuel Octavio Gómez

Personal Info

Known For Director

Gender Male

Birthday 1934-11-14

Deathday 1988-01-02 (53 years old)

Place of Birth Havana, Cuba

Manuel Octavio Gómez

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.

Known For

Director

1988
Gallego

as Director

1985
1983
Mr. President

as Director

1978
Woman, Man, City

as Director

1977
1971
The Days of Water

as Director

1967
Tulipa

as Director

1962
Story of a Battle

as Director

1959
This Is Our Land

as First Assistant Director

Writer

1985
1983
Mr. President

as Adaptation

1971
The Days of Water

as Screenplay

Crew

1977