Pigmalión

A modern adaptation of George Bernard Shaw's play, the film follows a linguistics professor who makes a bet that he can transform a coarse-speaking flower girl into a refined lady by teaching her proper speech and etiquette. As the experiment progresses, the professor finds himself unexpectedly drawn to his creation, leading to complex emotional entanglements.

Critically, 'Pigmalión' (1986) received a mixed to positive reception, with praise often directed at the performances of its lead actors and its attempt to transpose the classic story to a contemporary Spanish setting. Some critics found the modernization less impactful than the original, while others appreciated its updated themes and character dynamics.

• Praised for strong performances, especially from the lead actors.

• Noted for its attempt to modernize a classic theatrical work.

• Some found the adaptation's impact diluted compared to the original source material.

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This Spanish adaptation was directed by Alfonso Ungría, who also directed other notable Spanish films like 'El corazón del bosque'.