Hermógenes Cayo (Imaginero) (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 8

Released in 1969, Hermógenes Cayo (Imaginero) is a notable film directed by Jorge Prelorán.
What it’s about. IMAGINERO is an ethnobiography of Hermogenes Cayo, a self-taught woodcarver and painter who lives on the high Andean plateau of Argentina. The film portrays Hermogenes, his wife Aurelia Kilpe, and their children in their Andean lifestyle, as well as Hermogenes' passion for painting, carving, building, and his devotion to the Virgin Mary. Devout, austere and dedicated to craftsmanship, he can make anything from religious figures carved from cactus wood to a working harmonium. Inspired by a trip to Buenos Aires to advocate for land rights, Hermogenes has labored to replicate the style of the capital's grand cathedral and shrine to the Virgin with resourcefulness and skill.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Hermógenes Cayo (Imaginero) sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
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- Where can I watch Hermógenes Cayo (Imaginero) (1969)?
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- Is Hermógenes Cayo (Imaginero) worth watching?
- Hermógenes Cayo (Imaginero) holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Hermógenes Cayo (Imaginero) released?
- Hermógenes Cayo (Imaginero) was released in 1969.