Viridiana

Pros: Buñuel masterpiece flips the bird at Franco and us as well
Cons: no redemption possible for the characters

Returning to Spain, after a 25-year absence, at the invitation of Francisco Franco and the leaders of his regime, the anti-Fascist the filmmaker completes an assault on the religious powers, is ostracized by the government that bans his film and ends up ...

Pros: Hard-hitting Buñuel social commentary with strong entertainment value as well, excellent performances
Cons: Sledge-hammer style delivery of thematic content

Luis Buñuel had a message to deliver when he created this fascinating combination of social commentary and entertainment. Franco and his cronies got the message loud and clear even if they chose not to be guided by it. Historical ...

Pros: Bunuel's Direction, Script, Cinematography, Locations, Music, Theme, Suggestions, & Cast.
Cons: None.

One of Spain's greatest and controversial artists, Luis Bunuel was a film director whose films of surrealism, religion, and imagery has captured the imagination of many. Yet, during the Spanish Civil War in 1936, Bunuel left Spain to sought artistry ...

Pros: Striking social commentary.
Cons: Takes a little while for "Bunuel to kick in."

If master surrealist Luis Bunuel ever had a "signature" masterpiece, "Viridiana" would be it. Out of his entire filmography, this is the one that critics and fans hail the most. While "Viridiana" isn't my personal favorite, it's easy to see why other...