Manolete

"He defied death like a god... he succumbed to love as a man."

Mar 31 2010 Not Rated 1h 32m
Biography, Drama, Romance

Scandal erupts over a famous bullfighter's affair with a left-wing actress.

Plot

"A Matador's Mistress" is a tragically eloquent dance of the cold brutality of uncommitted love and the high stakes of the Bullfight. Immerse yourself in the culture of Spain surrounding the age old traditions of the Matador. While the bullfight is controversial by today's standards, the ancient art-form is depicted with unflinching realism. The story is of man against beast, the bullfighter's zen, if you will; his nightly dance with death. A world-class lover enters his world; their code is their truth. Life being lived, edgy, relentlessly flirting with disaster, untamed, beautiful.

Written by

Menno Meyjes

Directed by

Menno Meyjes

Production Countries

Germany, United States of America, United Kingdom, Spain, France

Languages

Español, English

Awards

1 nomination

Scores
# of Votes
3,362
Average Rating
5.6 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA