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Pain and Glory

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An aging Spanish film director in the middle of a creative crisis revisits memorable events of his past.
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Pain and Glory finds writer-director Pedro Almodóvar drawing on his own life to rewarding effect -- and honoring his craft as only a master filmmaker can.

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Kathleen Sachs Chicago Reader 12/24/2019
4/4
While still embracing the visual facades that make his films such a pleasure to watch, Pain and Glory finds him stripping away the emotional facades, bringing us closer to him than ever before. Go to Full Review Sara Michelle Fetters MovieFreak.com 11/17/2019
4/4
There is jubilation and wonder to be found in these remembrances, moments of pure bliss that are beyond imagining. Go to Full Review Moira MacDonald Seattle Times 11/06/2019
3.5/4
Almodóvar shows us that, even after nearly two dozen features over several decades, he can still hold an audience in his hand - and surprise it. Go to Full Review Calum Cooper Source (Scotland) 07/14/2024
4/5
With Pain and Glory, Almadovar may have made his best film since Talk to Her. Go to Full Review Brendan Cassidy InSession Film 07/09/2024
Pain and Glory is the year’s most powerful depiction of reconciliation, and a commentary on the art of moviemaking as a portrait of one’s soul, all summarized in what may be the best final shot of the entire year. Go to Full Review Ryan McQuade InSession Film 04/04/2024
Many meta films can be so insightful to a creator’s life, but this might be one of the most beautiful films in the sub-genre. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Mel C 02/06/2020 A wonderful story....Antonio Banderas was at his best. The 10 year old who played Banderas as a boy was truly a marvel. Great film! See more annette s 02/02/2020 really????? what an empty, aimless waste of time. See more bella 01/31/2020 Loved everything about it. Antonio & Penelope just keep getting better with age. It is nice to see 2 actors who own their age instead of denying it. The way the movie moved between time frames was very appealing. It keeps your attention. I felt it also showed addiction in a way that wasn't offending to anyone. See more Norman M W 01/28/2020 We loved it! The acting was superb. Poignant, riveting, heart-felt, honest. See more Neal H 01/23/2020 A series of excellent performances that never quite combine into a great film. See more Catherine C 01/22/2020 Pointless!, is the only word that comes to mind after viewing this TERRIBLE film. Total waste of my hard earned money. See more Read all reviews
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Pedro Almodóvar

Director

Antonio Banderas

Salvador Mallo

Asier Etxeandia

Alberto Crespo

Penélope Cruz

Jacinta

Leonardo Sbaraglia

Federico

Julieta Serrano

Madre

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Movie Info

Synopsis An aging Spanish film director in the middle of a creative crisis revisits memorable events of his past.
Director
Pedro Almodóvar
Producer
Agustín Almodóvar, Esther García
Screenwriter
Pedro Almodóvar
Distributor
Sony Pictures Classics
Production Co
El Deseo
Rating
R (Language|Drug Use|Some Graphic Nudity)
Genre
Drama
Original Language
European Spanish
Release Date (Theaters)
Oct 4, 2019, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Nov 8, 2019
Box Office (Gross USA)
$4.6M
Runtime
1h 53m
Sound Mix
SDDS, Dolby Digital, DTS
Aspect Ratio
Flat (1.85:1)