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Simon of the Desert

Simon of the Desert

Simon of the Desert

1965· 0h 45m

ComedyDramaFantasy

Directed by Luis Buñuel

7.7/ 10

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Where to watch

Criterion Channel

Criterion Channel

Overview

Simon, a deeply religious man living in the 4th century, wants to be nearer to God so he climbs a column. The Devil wants him come down to Earth and is trying to seduce him.

Cast

Claudio Brook

Claudio Brook

Simón

Silvia Pinal

Silvia Pinal

The Devil

Hortensia Santoveña

Hortensia Santoveña

The Mother

Enrique Álvarez Félix

Enrique Álvarez Félix

Brother Matías

Francisco Reiguera

Francisco Reiguera

The Devil as an Old Witch

Luis Aceves Castañeda

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