Question 1

Why did it take eight years to make The Fury of a Patient Man?

Accepted Answer

Co-writer/director Raúl Arévalo insisted on a specific cast, shooting in more expensive 16mm, and refused to change the story to be more mainstream. Production only began after producer Beatriz Bodegas worked with him on another film.

Question 2

What is the biblical reference in the film's original Spanish title?

Accepted Answer

The original title "tarde para la ira" ("slow to anger") references Exodus 34:5-7, describing God as "slow to anger" but punishing the guilty across generations.

Question 3

How did Manolo Solo develop his character's distinctive voice?

Accepted Answer

Manolo Solo created the particular voice as a joke during rehearsals, but director Raúl Arévalo liked it so much that he asked him to use it in the movie.

Question 4

Which major international film festivals featured The Fury of a Patient Man?

Accepted Answer

The film was shown at the Stockholm International Film Festival, Venice Film Festival, Edinburgh International Film Festival, BFI London Film Festival, and Toronto International Film Festival.

Question 5

What extreme measure did producer Beatriz Bodegas take to finance the film?

Accepted Answer

Producer Beatriz Bodegas took out a mortgage on her own house to pay for the movie's production.

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