- Actors: Arturo de Córdova, Delia Garcés, Ernesto Alonso, Miroslava, Aurora Walker
- Directors: Luis Buñuel
- Writers: Luis Buñuel, Eduardo Ugarte, Luis Alcoriza, Mercedes Pinto, Rodolfo Usigli
- Producers: Alfonso Patiño Gómez, Roberto Figueroa
- Format: PAL
- Language Spanish
- Subtitles: English, French
- Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
- Number of discs: 1
- Classification: 15
- Studio: Films Sans Frontiers
- DVD Release Date: 10 July 2003
- Run Time: 100.00 minutes
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- ASIN: B000E8RE9S
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 73,694 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)
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France released, PAL/Region 2 DVD: LANGUAGES: Spanish ( Mono ), English ( Subtitles ), French ( Subtitles ), SPECIAL FEATURES: Black & White, Documentary, Filmographies, Interactive Menu, SYNOPSIS: Criminal Life of Archibaldo De La Cruz
The film begins with Archibaldo (Ernesto Alonso) being triggered by a music box into a lengthy reminiscence of his childhood. It was an average, everyday incident, one that undoubtedly has occurred to us all: Archibaldo was caught dressing up in his mother's clothes by his governess, who was then instantly killed by a revolutionary's bullet before she could tell on him. The experience proved to be Archibaldo's 'first rush,' and he spends the rest of his life trying to re-create the sexual euphoria of that moment -- by murdering attractive women. Buñuel's characteristic perverse black humor then adds a twist, which prevents Archibaldo from fulfilling his desires. ...Criminal Life of Archibaldo De La Cruz / This Strange Passion ( Ensayo de un crimen ) ( This Strange Passion )
The film begins with Archibaldo (Ernesto Alonso) being triggered by a music box into a lengthy reminiscence of his childhood. It was an average, everyday incident, one that undoubtedly has occurred to us all: Archibaldo was caught dressing up in his mother's clothes by his governess, who was then instantly killed by a revolutionary's bullet before she could tell on him. The experience proved to be Archibaldo's 'first rush,' and he spends the rest of his life trying to re-create the sexual euphoria of that moment -- by murdering attractive women. Buñuel's characteristic perverse black humor then adds a twist, which prevents Archibaldo from fulfilling his desires. ...Criminal Life of Archibaldo De La Cruz / This Strange Passion ( Ensayo de un crimen ) ( This Strange Passion )
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A dissection of a man who desires a woman but cannot consumate her. Bunuel takes to task the libido of the rich and the powerful grasping for more and more but unable to create any meaning. A subversive movie because the surrealists in their take of De Sade sided with the protagonist, here they have overturned that particular notion.
Black and White noir sumptuous in set, this displays the eccentricity of power verging and tottering into a nightmare through wife abuse. It is shot with verve and power. Not sure how it would hold a modern audience with its depiction of marriage but this is a psychological tour de force compared much of moderm depiction.
Well worth the investing of time for those who want to learn about jealousy and its effect. For those who want a quick fix then turn over quickly
Black and White noir sumptuous in set, this displays the eccentricity of power verging and tottering into a nightmare through wife abuse. It is shot with verve and power. Not sure how it would hold a modern audience with its depiction of marriage but this is a psychological tour de force compared much of moderm depiction.
Well worth the investing of time for those who want to learn about jealousy and its effect. For those who want a quick fix then turn over quickly
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Absolutely Great - The Most Accessible Bunuel
5 Jan 2006
El (This Strange Passion) is maybe Luis Buñuel's best film -or rather, his most accessible film. Definitely, it is my favorite one.
A story about jealousy, it is electrifying since the very beginning. There are many unforgettable scenes, keeping the viewer thrilled about which cruelty will come next, and whether Delia Garces (terrific) will finally give up, die, or whatever... There are many twists in the script, surprises and subtleties that can be discovered watching the movie again. The 50s Mexican ambience is fascinating, and reading about the director's obsessions and surrealism will add a whole new dimension to a film that is nonetheless understandable by anyone. [Other great Bunuel's films, like The Golden Age or El Angel Exterminador, are more purely surrealistic and not for mainstream audiences.]
Archibaldo de la Cruz is another great film (also one of the best of Bunuel's Mexican era), and the idea of packing those two movies is excellent.
A story about jealousy, it is electrifying since the very beginning. There are many unforgettable scenes, keeping the viewer thrilled about which cruelty will come next, and whether Delia Garces (terrific) will finally give up, die, or whatever... There are many twists in the script, surprises and subtleties that can be discovered watching the movie again. The 50s Mexican ambience is fascinating, and reading about the director's obsessions and surrealism will add a whole new dimension to a film that is nonetheless understandable by anyone. [Other great Bunuel's films, like The Golden Age or El Angel Exterminador, are more purely surrealistic and not for mainstream audiences.]
Archibaldo de la Cruz is another great film (also one of the best of Bunuel's Mexican era), and the idea of packing those two movies is excellent.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Great Movies - Great Director
10 Aug 2005
(El) is better than (The Criminal life...). Bunuel's materpiece, beautiful edition and terrific subtitles.
A devastating exploration of a serious ill-minded man!
5 Nov 2007
"The criminal life of Archibaldo de la Cruz" is a fabulous and demolishing portrait of a perverted aristocrat who since he was a child believed firmly the possession of a music box, intermingled with a legend of a king, has conferred him if dark powers to kill just when he wishes it.
Bunuel explores with zealous realism every one of the branches of the society, political, religious and social conventions and arrangements, crumbling and excoriating them with implacable lucidity.
A powerful, brilliant and very original proposal, that would find -years later in Carlos Saura- a memorable tribute with Cria cuervos.
A must see and another powerful evidence of the genius of this Spanish master filmmaker.
Bunuel explores with zealous realism every one of the branches of the society, political, religious and social conventions and arrangements, crumbling and excoriating them with implacable lucidity.
A powerful, brilliant and very original proposal, that would find -years later in Carlos Saura- a memorable tribute with Cria cuervos.
A must see and another powerful evidence of the genius of this Spanish master filmmaker.
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