Beyond the Walls
Originally released in 1985. Beyond the Walls is a drama/romance film. directed by Miguel Picazo.
Starring Carmen Maura, Mercedes Sampietro, and Aurora Bautista
Synopsis
This 1985 Spanish film reveals one of the many terrible aspects of 16th century Spain, still plagued by the radical Christian Inquisition, one of a plethora of difficulties Spaniards faced at the time. Spanish super star Carmen Maura plays a nun who agrees to a selfless scam, a fake stigmata, only to avoid separation from her lover, another nun. It's a serious and passionate work, highlighting the theme of outspoken women-against-repression, seen in other good gay and lesbian films. This is not a lesbian "Nun sense" or another "Dark Habits" (by Almodovar, which also starred Carmen Maura, and also set in a Spanish convent, with some lesbian nuns). Perhaps, best of all, 'Extramuros' is realistic and frank. It isn't shy about its characters' sexuality. Their sexuality, and the film as a whole are genuine.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 1, 1985
40 years ago
Runtime
1h 58m
118 minutes total
User Rating
4.7/10
Mixed (9 votes)
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Spain
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beyond the Walls about?
This 1985 Spanish film reveals one of the many terrible aspects of 16th century Spain, still plagued by the radical Christian Inquisition, one of a plethora of difficulties Spaniards faced at the t...
Who directed Beyond the Walls?
Beyond the Walls was directed by Miguel Picazo.
How long is Beyond the Walls?
Beyond the Walls has a runtime of 1 hours and 58 minutes (118 minutes total).
When was Beyond the Walls released?
Beyond the Walls was released on September 1, 1985 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Beyond the Walls?
The main cast of Beyond the Walls includes Carmen Maura, Mercedes Sampietro, Aurora Bautista, Assumpta Serna, Antonio Ferrandis.