Broken Embraces (2009)
Passion, obsession, wealth, jealousy, family, guilt, and creativity.
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.
Director: Pedro Almodóvar
Genre: Drama, Romance, Thriller
Runtime: 127 min
Release Date: March 18, 2009
Cast
- Penélope Cruz - Lena
- Lluís Homar - Mateo Blanco / Harry Caine
- Blanca Portillo - Judit García
- José Luis Gómez - Ernesto Martel
- Rubén Ochandiano - Ray X
- Tamar Novas - Diego
- Ángela Molina - Lena's Mother
- Chus Lampreave - Concierge
- Kiti Mánver - Madame Mylene
- Lola Dueñas - Lip Reader
Screenplay
Music: Alberto Iglesias
Cinematography: Rodrigo Prieto
Editing: José Salcedo
Production: El Deseo
Country: Spain
Language: English, Español
Budget: $18M
Box Office: $31M
Original Language: es
Themes
In the Shadow of an Obsessive Girlfriend, Toxic Relationships and Manipulation, Mental Struggles and the Power of Love, Arranged Marriage and Struggle for Harmony, The Complex Bond Between Mother and Son
Keywords
jealousy, madrid, spain, obsession, love
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Broken Embraces about?
- 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.
- Who directed Broken Embraces?
- Broken Embraces was directed by Pedro Almodóvar.
- Who stars in Broken Embraces?
- Broken Embraces stars Penélope Cruz, Lluís Homar, Blanca Portillo, José Luis Gómez, Rubén Ochandiano, Tamar Novas.
- How long is Broken Embraces?
- Broken Embraces has a runtime of 2h 7m (127 minutes).
- What genre is Broken Embraces?
- Broken Embraces is a Drama, Romance, Thriller film.
- What is the budget of Broken Embraces?
- Broken Embraces had a budget of $18M.
- How much did Broken Embraces gross?
- Broken Embraces grossed $31M worldwide.
- Where was Broken Embraces produced?
- Broken Embraces was produced in Spain.
- What are the themes of Broken Embraces?
- The themes of Broken Embraces include: In the Shadow of an Obsessive Girlfriend, Toxic Relationships and Manipulation, Mental Struggles and the Power of Love, Arranged Marriage and Struggle for Harmony, The Complex Bond Between Mother and Son.