There Be Dragons poster

There Be Dragons (2011)

"Even saints have a past."

5.120111h 52mEN
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Directed by Roland Joffé

Rating

5.1/10

Runtime

1h 52m

Language

EN

Release

March 25, 2011

Director

Roland Joffé

Official Trailer

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Overview

Arising out of the horror of the Spanish Civil War, a candidate for canonization is investigated by a journalist who discovers his own estranged father had a deep, dark and devastating connection to the saint's life.While researching the life of Josemaria Escriva, the controversial founder of Opus D...

Cast

Charlie Cox

Charlie Cox

Josemaría

Dougray Scott

Dougray Scott

Robert

Wes Bentley

Wes Bentley

Manolo

Olga Kurylenko

Olga Kurylenko

Ildiko

Rodrigo Santoro

Rodrigo Santoro

Oriol

Golshifteh Farahani

Golshifteh Farahani

Leila

Jordi Mollà

Jordi Mollà

Don Jose

Ana Torrent

Ana Torrent

Dona

Derek Jacobi

Derek Jacobi

Honorio

Geraldine Chaplin

Geraldine Chaplin

Abileyza

Charles Dance

Charles Dance

Solono

Lily Cole

Lily Cole

Aline

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into There Be Dragons (2011), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Arising out of the horror of the Spanish Civil War, a candidate for canonization is investigated by a journalist who discovers his own estranged father had a deep, dark and devastating connection to the saint's life.While researching the life of Josemaria Escriva, the controversial founder of Opus Dei, the young journalist Robert uncovers hidden stories of his estranged father Manolo, and is taken on a journey through the dark, terrible secrets of his family’s past.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of There Be Dragons. 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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