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Buñuel

January 1, 1984 1h 20m 5.0/10 (4 votes)

Originally released in 1984. Buñuel is a documentary film. directed by Rafael Cortés. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Luis Buñuel, Rafael Alberti, and Hernando Viñes

Synopsis

Completed a year after his death in 1983, this program presents the definitive biography of Spain’s renowned Surrealist film maker and iconoclast, Luis Buñuel. Using photographs, film excerpts, and numerous interviews with Bunuel, the video chronicles his early friendships with Salvador Dalí and Federico García Lorca, the stormy reactions to many of his groundbreaking films, and the influence he has had on international cinema. Among those interviewed are directors Federico Fellini, John Huston, and Jose L. Saenz De Heredia; Buñuel’s wife, Jeanne Rucar, and son Juan; actor Francisco Rabal; and Octavio Paz.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 1984 42 years ago
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Runtime 1h 20m 80 minutes total
User Rating 5.0/10 Mixed (4 votes)
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Language Spanish Original language
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Country Spain Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
ES

Production Companies

  • RCR Producciones

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Buñuel about?

Completed a year after his death in 1983, this program presents the definitive biography of Spain’s renowned Surrealist film maker and iconoclast, Luis Buñuel. Using photographs, film excerpts, ...

Who directed Buñuel?

Buñuel was directed by Rafael Cortés.

How long is Buñuel?

Buñuel has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).

When was Buñuel released?

Buñuel was released on January 1, 1984 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Buñuel?

The main cast of Buñuel includes Luis Buñuel, Rafael Alberti, Hernando Viñes, José Luis Sáenz de Heredia, Juan Luis Buñuel.