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Buñuel en el laberinto de las tortugas
Spain, 1932. Spanish filmmaker Luis Buñuel travels to the region of Las Hurdes, in Extremadura, where he shoots his third film, a very critical and later controversial documentary about the living conditions of the poor peasants, abandoned and forgotten by the national authorities.
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Plot Summary
In 1930s Paris, filmmaker Luis Buñuel is ostracized by the surrealist movement after the scandalous success of 'L'Age d'Or.' Seeking a new project, he decides to make a documentary about a group of rebels in the Sierra de Gredos. This expedition, funded by his friend and patron Ramón Gómez de la Serna, takes an unexpected turn, revealing the harsh realities of the rebels' lives and Buñuel's own internal struggles.
Critical Reception
The film was widely acclaimed for its unique blend of historical drama and surrealist animation, celebrating Buñuel's early career and artistic evolution. Critics praised its distinctive visual style, engaging narrative, and insightful portrayal of the filmmaker's personal and professional challenges.
What Reviewers Say
A visually striking and compelling portrait of a legendary filmmaker.
Skillfully combines animation with historical context to explore artistic creation and personal demons.
A unique and thought-provoking cinematic experience.
Google audience: Audiences lauded the film's innovative animation style and its fascinating exploration of Luis Buñuel's life and creative process. Many found it to be an engaging and visually captivating tribute to the surrealist master.
Awards & Accolades
Won the Goya Award for Best Animated Film and Best New Director. Nominated for numerous other awards, including Annie Awards and Cristal Award at Annecy.
Fun Fact
The film masterfully interweaves documentary footage of the actual Gredos rebels with animated sequences that reflect Buñuel's burgeoning surrealist sensibilities, creating a distinctive visual and narrative style.
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