First Lady of the Revolution: A Story of Love, Politics, and Transformation in Costa Rica
"First Lady of the Revolution" explores the life of Henrietta Boggs, a woman who played a significant role in Costa Rican politics and history.
31 Aug 2023
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A chance encounter on a motorcycle in Costa Rica leads Henrietta Boggs to marry José Figueres Ferrer in 1941, intertwining her life with the country's political changes.
“A southern belle's journey through love, exile, and revolution.”
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A chance encounter on a motorcycle in Costa Rica leads Henrietta Boggs to marry José Figueres Ferrer in 1941, intertwining her life with the country's political changes.
Synopsis
Henrietta Boggs, a young woman from Alabama, finds herself in Costa Rica, where a motorcycle ride with local farmer José Figueres Ferrer changes her life. Married in 1941, she becomes entwined in the political turmoil of the country. Over the next decade, Boggs experiences activism, exile, and significant political change alongside Figueres, who plays a crucial role in shaping Costa Rica's democratic identity. The film documents her transformation from a sheltered existence to a life of political engagement and reform.
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Why Watch
- Meet Henrietta Boggs, a pivotal figure in Costa Rican history.
- Discover the political reforms driven by José Figueres Ferrer.
- See the cultural clash of a Southern belle in Costa Rica.
Did You Know
- Henrietta Boggs married José Figueres Ferrer in 1941.
- The film won the Audience Award for Best Alabama Film at the Sidewalk Moving Picture Festival on August 27, 2016.
- First Lady of the Revolution had its Costa Rican premiere on September 13, 2016.
- The documentary received the Hoka Award for Best Documentary Feature at the Oxford International Film Festival.
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Costa Rican historyWomen in politicsDocumentary enthusiasts
Frequently Asked Questions
Who directed the documentary First Lady of the Revolution?
Andrea Kalin directed and produced First Lady of the Revolution.
When did First Lady of the Revolution premiere in Costa Rica?
The film had its Costa Rican premiere on September 13, 2016, at the Cine Magaly in San José.
What awards did First Lady of the Revolution win?
The film won the Audience Award for Best Alabama Film at the Sidewalk Moving Picture Festival and the Hoka Award for Best Documentary Feature at the Oxford International Film Festival.
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