21 Días

A young woman is framed for the murder of her wealthy aunt by her opportunistic lover. She is sentenced to 21 days in prison, during which time she confronts her past and the corruption of the upper class.

While not as widely discussed as some of Buñuel's later works, '21 Días' was noted for its early exploration of themes that would become hallmarks of his career, including societal hypocrisy and the subversion of bourgeois values. Its reception was mixed, with some critics praising its audacious style and others finding it less impactful than his more famous films.

• Praised for its early display of Buñuel's surrealist and anti-bourgeois tendencies.

• Some found its narrative structure and thematic depth less developed compared to his later masterpieces.

• Offers an interesting, albeit rougher, look into the director's evolving artistic vision.

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Although often categorized as a Mexican film due to Buñuel's extensive work in Mexico, '21 Días' was actually filmed in Argentina and Spain, marking a period of international production for the director.