Tag Archives: Spain

Paz Vega in “Carmen” [2003 Spain]

Vicente Aranda is known for his uninhibited treatment of raw emotions like sexual passion, jealousy and hatred. His 2003 adaptation of Prosper Mérimée’s novella, “Carmen” showcases these magnificently. The script and his attention to minor details bring these fictional characters … Continue reading

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Esther Nubiola and others in “Tirante el Blanco” BR720 [Spain, UK 2006]

Veteran director Vicente Aranda gives us his take on events preceeding the fall of the Byzantine Empire in his lush 2006 adaptation from a book by the same name, “Tirante el Blanco” [Eng. Titles: The White Knight / The Maiden’s Conspiracy].   … Continue reading

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Habitación en Roma by Julio Medem BR1080p [2010 Spain] – Elena Anaya and Natasha Yarovenko

Time to review the great Julio Medem’s most recent release – his 2010 romantic drama, “Habitación en Roma” [Eng. title: Room in Rome].. The film is at least partly inspired by the 2004 Chilean drama, ‘En la Cama‘, acknowledged by Sr. … Continue reading

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Adriana Ugarte in Castillos de Cartón [Spain 2009] – 6 Clips

  Salvador Garcia Ruiz doesn’t exactly break new ground in this 2009 Spanish drama, “Castillos de Cartón” [Eng. Title: Paper Castles] – this subject’s been dealt with a number of times in European films – but it’s still a decently … Continue reading

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A tribute to Nudity in Spanish Mainstream Cinema

A lighthearted look at some of my favourite nude scenes in mainstream movies from Spain. This was made well over a year ago, and it was also my first ever project in Adobe Premiere. I hope it brings you a smile … Continue reading

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