Yuli: The Carlos Acosta Story
- Icíar Bollaín
- 2018
- 1h 55m
- Germany, UK, Cuba, Spain
The great Cuban dancer Carlos Acosta plays himself in a unique biographical film by the director of “The Olive Tree”, about the talent and stubbornness of a young child that allow him to travel from Havana to the Royal Ballet in London. Written by Paul Laverty, Ken Loach's permanent screenwriter.
Synopsis
Inspired by the life of the great Cuban dancer Carlos Acosta and based on his autobiography, Icíar Bollaín's film (“The Olive Tree,” “Even the Rain”) is a chronicle of his sensational life. From the streets of Havana, to the Royal Ballet in London, the leading dancer of his generation, had to overcome huge difficulties and break terrible taboos, to become the legend he is today.
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Director
Also known as
Yuli | Ο Χορός της Ζωής Μου
Best Screenplay
San Sebastian FIlm Festival
2018
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