El amor brujo movie poster

El amor brujo

March 23, 1986 1h 40m 6.9/10 (25 votes)

Originally released in 1986. El amor brujo is a music/drama film. directed by Carlos Saura.

Starring Antonio Gades, Cristina Hoyos, and Laura del Sol

Synopsis

In a Gypsy village, the fathers of Candela and José promise their children to each other. Years later, the unfaithful José marries Candela but while defending his lover Lucía in a brawl, he is stabbed to death. Carmelo, who secretly loves Candela since he was a boy, is arrested while helping José and unfairly sent to prison. Four years later he is released and declares his love for Candela. However, the woman is cursed by a bewitched love and every night she goes to the place where José died to dance with his ghost.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 23, 1986 39 years ago
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Runtime 1h 40m 100 minutes total
User Rating 6.9/10 Good (25 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

  • Emiliano Piedra P.C.
  • Emiliano Piedra

Frequently Asked Questions

What is El amor brujo about?

In a Gypsy village, the fathers of Candela and José promise their children to each other. Years later, the unfaithful José marries Candela but while defending his lover Lucía in a brawl, he is s...

Who directed El amor brujo?

El amor brujo was directed by Carlos Saura.

How long is El amor brujo?

El amor brujo has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).

When was El amor brujo released?

El amor brujo was released on March 23, 1986 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in El amor brujo?

The main cast of El amor brujo includes Antonio Gades, Cristina Hoyos, Laura del Sol, Juan Antonio Jiménez, Emma Penella.