Pelota - 1983

Pelota 1983 Directed by Jørgen Leth

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.

Countries Denmark , Spain

Production Country Denmark

Language Basque

Spoken Languages Basque , Spanish

Gnere Documentary

Production Company John & Leth Film

Release Date 9 September 1983

47 mins