First Lady of the Revolution (2016)
A southern belle's journey through love, exile, and revolution.
While visiting an aunt and uncle in the exotic countryside of Costa Rica, a young southern belle from Alabama accepted a ride on the back of a motorcycle belonging to a local charismatic farmer — a ride that would propel her down narrow mountain roads and into history. First Lady of the Revolution is the remarkable story of Henrietta Boggs, who fell in love with a foreign land and the man destined to transform its identity. Her marriage to Jose ‘Don Pepe’ Figueres in 1941 led to a decade-long journey through activism, exile and political upheaval and, ultimately, lasting progressive reforms. First Lady of the Revolution is not only a depiction of the momentous struggle to shape Costa Rica’s democratic identity; it’s also a portrayal of how a courageous woman escaped the confines of a traditional, sheltered existence to expand her horizons into a new world, and live a life she never imagined.
Cast
- Henrietta Boggs - Self
- Muni Figueres - Self
Screenplay
- Andrea Kalin (Screenplay)
Trailer
First Lady of the Revolution TrailerFrequently Asked Questions
- What is First Lady of the Revolution about?
- While visiting an aunt and uncle in the exotic countryside of Costa Rica, a young southern belle from Alabama accepted a ride on the back of a motorcycle belonging to a local charismatic farmer — a ride that would propel her down narrow mountain roads and into history. First Lady of the Revolution is the remarkable story of Henrietta Boggs, who fell in love with a foreign land and the man destined to transform its identity. Her marriage to Jose ‘Don Pepe’ Figueres in 1941 led to a decade-long journey through activism, exile and political upheaval and, ultimately, lasting progressive reforms. First Lady of the Revolution is not only a depiction of the momentous struggle to shape Costa Rica’s democratic identity; it’s also a portrayal of how a courageous woman escaped the confines of a traditional, sheltered existence to expand her horizons into a new world, and live a life she never imagined.
- Who directed First Lady of the Revolution?
- First Lady of the Revolution was directed by Andrea Kalin.
- Who stars in First Lady of the Revolution?
- First Lady of the Revolution stars Henrietta Boggs, Muni Figueres.
- How long is First Lady of the Revolution?
- First Lady of the Revolution has a runtime of 1h 8m (68 minutes).
- What genre is First Lady of the Revolution?
- First Lady of the Revolution is a Documentary film.
- Where was First Lady of the Revolution produced?
- First Lady of the Revolution was produced in Costa Rica, United States of America.