Manuel Octavio Gómez
- Known for
- Directing
- Born
- November 14, 1934
- Died
- January 2, 1988
- Birthplace
- Havana, Cuba
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.
Filmography
Gallego 1988
Director
Patakin Means Fable 1985
Writer, Director
Claves, 4: Memories of Cuban cinema 1984
as Self
- Mr. President
Mr. President 1983
Adaptation, Director
- Woman, Man, City
Woman, Man, City 1978
Director
La tierra y el cielo 1977
Director, Script
Mella 1975
Writer
Ustedes tienen la palabra 1973
Director
- The Days of Water
The Days of Water 1971
Director, Screenplay
The First Charge of the Machete 1969
Director, Writer
- Nuevitas
Nuevitas 1969
Director, Writer
Tulipa 1967
Director
- Story of a Battle
Story of a Battle 1962
Director
This Is Our Land 1959
First Assistant Director
Credits from TMDB.