This Saturday, October 12, the much-anticipated documentary Osvaldo will light up the screen at Cinépolis (Av. Eva Perón 5856) at 8:00 p.m. The film takes viewers on a heartfelt road trip through 14 provinces of Argentina — including Rosario — to celebrate the legacy of the one and only Osvaldo Pugliese. What started as a small independent theater project was reborn during the pandemic as a documentary, thanks to the vision of directors Nicolás Artín and Alejandra Cáceres. Their mission: to capture how Pugliese’s music and spirit still echo in today’s tango scene. Cáceres says they’re thrilled to finally share the film, especially since bringing independent projects to the big screen isn’t easy. But, as always, the tango community rallied behind them.
The idea goes back to Villa Crespo, where Nicolás and his friends noticed how rare it was to see tango on the independent stage. The plan was simple: a live performance with a local couple dancing in each province. Then the pandemic changed everything — and gave birth to something even bigger. By centering the story on Pugliese, a true symbol of artistic integrity and community, the team created a film that weaves past and present together. Four scenes were shot in Rosario, featuring Leonel Capitano, Escolaso Trío, Gise Stival, Luli Coggiola, and a specially formed percussion group. Many local dancers and teachers joined the milonga scenes, bringing extra warmth and authenticity. Edited by Miguel Colombo and enriched with cinematic touches encouraged by Andrés Habegger, Osvaldo speaks not just to tango lovers but to anyone who appreciates stories of art, resilience, and connection.
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