Arruza
"He Was Number One - THE BEST...And He Died That Way!"
Originally released in 1972. Arruza is a documentary film. directed by Budd Boetticher. At just 73 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Carlos Arruza and Anthony Quinn
Synopsis
Eight years in the making, Boetticher’s portrait of his longtime friend, the famous bullfighter Carlos Arruza, was a labor of love that the renowned director of westerns pursued despite contending with illnesses, bankruptcy, jail time, and lucrative offers from Hollywood. The result is an astonishing work of poetry, immediacy, and violence that fearlessly wrestles with the filmmaker’s own ambivalence about the titular matador’s triumphs prior to his death by automobile accident at the age of 46.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 23, 1972
53 years ago
Runtime
1h 13m
73 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arruza about?
Eight years in the making, Boetticher’s portrait of his longtime friend, the famous bullfighter Carlos Arruza, was a labor of love that the renowned director of westerns pursued despite contendin...
Who directed Arruza?
Arruza was directed by Budd Boetticher.
How long is Arruza?
Arruza has a runtime of 1 hours and 13 minutes (73 minutes total).
When was Arruza released?
Arruza was released on August 23, 1972 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Arruza?
The main cast of Arruza includes Carlos Arruza, Anthony Quinn.