Tag Archives: Spain

Francesca Neri in Almodovar’s “Carne Trémula” [1997 Spain]

Posted on May 10, 2011 by TR

Pedro Almodovar has crafted some of the most exquisite films made in Spain, and among his later works, the 1997 drama “Carne Trémula” [Eng. Title: Live Flesh] remains a personal favourite. The film uses abundant symbolism to propel its story, … Continue reading →

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Belén López & Marina Gatell in “Intrusos en Manasés” [2008 Spain]

Posted on April 28, 2011 by TR

I’m not a great fan of spooky films, but decided to watch one, if only to catch a glimpse of the dishy Marina Gatell – Juan Carlos Claver’s film, “Intrusos en Manasés” [Eng. Title: God’s Forgotten Town]. Watching the film … Continue reading →

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Macarena Gómez & co in “Carne de Neón” [2011 Spain, Argentina]

Posted on April 20, 2011 by TR

Paco Cabezas remade “Carne de Neón” [Eng. title: Neon Flesh] for the big screen, after the earlier success of his TV version. What was initially a comedy had turned into a comedy thriller, and I think he just about managed … Continue reading →

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Penélope Velasco in “Café Solo o con Ellas” [2007 Spain]

Posted on April 17, 2011 by TR

Álvaro Díaz Lorenzo’s debut film “Café Solo o con Ellas” [Eng. Title: Love Espresso] is a fairly ordinary brat-pack comedy set in Madrid – all the characters are cliché. The film’s about a group of guys – friends, and their … Continue reading →

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Omahyra Mota & Karin Viard in “Les Derniers Jours du Monde” [2009 France, Spain]

Posted on April 15, 2011 by TR

Larrieu brothers’ (Arnard and Jean-Marie) most recent film, “Les Derniers Jours du Monde” [Eng. title: The Last Days of the World, Festival Title: Happy End] is a typically French take on the apocalypse theme – generally the preserve of Hollywood blockbusters. … Continue reading →

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