Broken Embraces

Broken Embraces

2009 · 127 min · ES · R · 7.2 (741 votes)
Dir. Pedro Almodóvar · Starring Penélope Cruz, Lluís Homar, Blanca Portillo, José Luis Gómez, Rubén Ochandiano, Tamar Novas · Music Alberto Iglesias

“Passion, obsession, wealth, jealousy, family, guilt, and creativity.”

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Harry Caine, a blind writer, reaches this moment in time when he has to heal his wounds from 14 years back. He was then still known by his real name, Mateo Blanco, and directing his last movie.

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Dive into a lush, emotionally charged world where vibrant colors mask deep melancholia. This film unravels with a steady, intricate rhythm, exploring the intoxicating grip of obsession and the echoes of a passionate past. It's a visually stunning, deeply felt experience, rich with Almodóvar's signature blend of melodrama and suspense.

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