Tag Archives: Spain

Elena Anaya in “Alatriste” [2006 Spain] 1080p

Posted on May 10, 2012 by TR

Agustín Díaz Yanes has the distinction of having directed one of the most expensive films ever made in Spain, “Alatriste”. Based on a series of popular novels about the exploits of a seventeenth century soldier and mercenary – El Capitán … Continue reading →

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Ana Risueño in “Impulsos” [2002 Spain]

Posted on April 15, 2012 by TR

Miguel Alcantud wrote and made a promising directorial debut through the thriller, “Impulsos” [Eng. Title: Impulses]. I’m surprised he hasn’t made many more since then – this is one intelligent film made with innovative production ideas and techniques. Just because … Continue reading →

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Victoria Abril & Maribel Verdú in “Amantes” [1991 Spain]

Posted on April 8, 2012 by TR

Having been fortunate to have gone through most of Vicente Aranda’s filmography, I can safely opine that this veteran director loves women and has great respect for their role in Spanish society. The ubiquitously named 1991 drama “Amantes” [Eng. Title: … Continue reading →

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Elsa Pataky and others in “Máncora” BR720 [2008 Peru, Spain]

Posted on April 6, 2012 by TR

This is a rare re-review in this blog. Having recently re-watched Ricardo de Montreuil’s Peruvian drama, “Máncora”, I realise my earlier assessment was perhaps a bit harsh. And it is only fair that I give it a more balanced review … Continue reading →

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María León in “La Voz Dormida” [2011 Spain]

Posted on March 24, 2012 by TR

Having enjoyed watching his previous two feature films, I’m surprised Benito Zambrano hasn’t made many more. There’s great deal of attention paid to composition and lighting in his films and he certainly wants his audience to remember the scenes long … Continue reading →

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