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El deseo de vivir
Medina is the prototype Rolo Playboy: millionaire playboy and sophisticated. However, sometimes is lonely at the top. But everything changes when he suffers a series of accidents and always be the same girl to save. The downside is that the lady in question is married, and her husband is a doctor who will devise a strange revenge against the young astray. Along the way, Rolo will discover the meaning of life and love.
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Plot Summary
In 1940s Spain, a young man with a lust for life finds himself drawn into a world of crime and deceit. As he navigates dangerous relationships and tries to escape his past, he grapples with moral compromises and the consequences of his actions. The film explores themes of ambition, betrayal, and the search for identity in a turbulent era.
Critical Reception
El deseo de vivir received mixed to positive reviews upon its release, with some critics praising its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from Fernando Rey. Others found the narrative to be somewhat predictable, though the film's depiction of post-war Spain was often noted. Audience reception was generally favorable, appreciating its dramatic storyline.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its tense atmosphere and Fernando Rey's compelling performance.
Criticized by some for a predictable plot, but noted for its setting.
A solid drama that effectively portrays its characters' struggles.
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Fun Fact
The film was part of a wave of Spanish dramas in the early 1970s that often explored darker themes and societal issues within the context of the Franco regime.
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