MOVIE

First Lady of the Revolution

4.5
(60)
Rating
NRT
Duration
1h 10m
Year
2017
Language
English

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 future President of Costa Rica Jose 'Don Pepe' Figueres in 1941 led to a decade-long journey through activism, exile and political upheaval and, ultimately, lasting progressive reforms.

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"It's a fascinating documentary. [Henrietta's] transformation from a somewhat sheltered Southern belle to one of the leaders of a historic revolution is told by her so matter-of-factly that it makes her independence and bravery all the more impressive."
Rick Harmon, Montgomery Advertiser

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