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Carmen

1983, Movie, R, 102 mins

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This version of the Merimee classic uses rehearsals for a flamenco version of Bizet's opera (not unlike director Saura's previous BLOOD WEDDING) as the setting for an identical, parallel storyline. Laura del Sol (THE HIT) plays Carmen, a fiery actress-dancer who is slated to play her namesake despite her lack of experience. Antonio Gades (BLOOD WEDDING) is the choreographer who falls in love with her. The dance sequences are superb, as expected, with the added plus of del So... read more leave a comment
Year: 1983
Rated R

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Cast
Antonio Gades: Antonio
Laura del Sol: Carmen
Paco de Lucia: Paco
Christina Hoyos: Cristina
Juan Antonio Jimenez: Juan
Sebastian Moreno: Escamillo

 

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Black. White."Beautiful black creature"... not a bad way to describe a racehorse, or maybe your neighbor's black Lab, but a human being you've just met? Poor Carmen. Even Bruno was shaking his head when she let loose with that one. You just know her intentions are golden — too bad her mouth keeps getting in the way. As for housemate and newfound nemesis Renee, I'm surprised she doesn't limp. I mean that chip on her shoulder must weigh like half a ton! Seriously, she needs to lighten up. First she accuses Carmen of being judgmental, and then, not 30 seconds later, she says, "That just tells me how to deal with you from now on until this project is over with." Yeah, good thing Renee isn't quick to judge. Renee showed more respect to that crazy-looking read more

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