Mario Rivas
Directing
Biography
Mario Rivas Monzón (Santa Clara, 1939) is a cuban sculptor, animator and Bachelor of Art History. He is mainly known for his animation works in documentaries and TV sketches since 1969 when he was designated Director of ICAIC Animation Department.
Known For
The misdeeds of a güije, a Cuban mythological character, and his subsequent relationship with the present.
El güije
Animated short film from Elpidio Valdés' series. Coronel Elpidio Valdés is captured by spaniards and Andaluz wants to execute him. But, after Elpidio develops amnesia, Don Cetáceo tells him he is on their side. So Elpidio Valdés will turn against mambises.
Elpidio Valdés: captured!
Through the presence of a shack, this animation refers to fundamental moments of Cuban history (colonization, wars of independence, Yankee intervention, an obstructed republic and the Revolution).
El bohío
Animated short film from Elpidio valdés' series. Coronel Elpidio Valdés prepares to attack a spanish fort in Jutía Dulce. He recieves help from foreign friends.
Elpidio Valdés attacks Jutía Dulce
Animated short film from Elpidio Valdés' series. General Resoplez´s men are in summer campaign, ready to defeat Coronel Elpidio Valdés. But he has a plan.