Chavela

Wow, this documentary was impressive. I knew nothing about Chavela before seeing this film and it was an eye-opener.

I agree with another reviewer who said the film focuses more on her life than on her music. I also agree that I would have liked more on the music, but the film will lead me to search out more of her music. This film is the only thing that would give such an in depth look at her life.

The passionate intensity and exquisite pain of her approach to singing reminded me of Edith Piaf.