Gavilán o Paloma (Hawk or Dove) is a 1985 Mexican drama film. The movie is titled after one of José José's greatest songs, which he recorded in 1977.^[1] The story chronicles the rise of this Mexican music icon from humble beginnings in Mexico City to international superstardom. Gavilán o Paloma stars José José playing himself, with co-stars Christian Bach and comedian Jorge Ortiz de Pinedo. Fifteen of José José's songs are on the soundtrack.

Plot

José José was born in a Mexican family of talented musicians. His father was an alcoholic operatic tenor and his mother was a pianist. Growing up in the tough neighborhoods of Mexico City, José began his career as a singer in serenades, and later in a jazz trio. His father died and his career took off due to his enormous talent. José started a relationship with Anel (Bach), a beautiful young actress, but because of his alcoholism and infidelities, she leaves him. José marries Kiki Herrera (Gina Romand), a beautiful socialite twenty years older than he is. After several fights and irreconcilable differences, José leaves her. After suffering a terrible pneumonia that nearly ended his career, Anel returns to be by his side and he recovers. After a couple of years without success, José signed a contract with a major record label and returns to the pinnacle of success to stay there for the rest of his career.

Production notes and awards

• It was shot in Mexico City.
• The movie was not a big commercial success because its release coincided with the 1985 Mexico City earthquake.
• It received two nominations in the Ariel Awards in the category of "Best Supporting Actor" (Rojo Grau) and "Best Supporting Actress" (Gina Romand).

External links

• Gavilán o Paloma at IMDb

References