Overview
In a Gypsy village, the fathers of Candela and José promise their children to each other. Years later, the unfaithful José marries Candela but while defending his lover Lucía in a brawl, he is stabbed to death. Carmelo, who secretly loves Candela since he was a boy, is arrested while helping José an...
Cast
Antonio Gades
Carmelo
Cristina Hoyos
Candela
Laura del Sol
Lucía
Juan Antonio Jiménez
José
Emma Penella
Tía Rosario
La Polaca
Pastora
Rocío Jurado
Herself (voice)
Gómez de Jerez
El Lobo / Cantaor
Enrique Ortega
Jose's Father
Diego Pantoja
Candela's Father
Giovana
Rocío
Candy Román
Chulo
Introduction
In this latest movie review, we dive deep into El amor brujo (1986), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.
In a Gypsy village, the fathers of Candela and José promise their children to each other. Years later, the unfaithful José marries Candela but while defending his lover Lucía in a brawl, he is stabbed to death. Carmelo, who secretly loves Candela since he was a boy, is arrested while helping José and unfairly sent to prison. Four years later he is released and declares his love for Candela. However, the woman is cursed by a bewitched love and every night she goes to the place where José died to dance with his ghost.
🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning
Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of El amor brujo. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.
🏆 Final Verdict
5 / 5 Stars
A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.
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