Summary
Leo is a middle-aged writer of popular romantic novels who writes under a pseudonym, since she despises her own work. At home, her husband, who works overseas, is distant both physically and emotionally. As she reevaluates her life and writing, Leo is led to an unexpected relationship with Ángel, a sensitive newspaper editor.
Cast
Marisa Paredes
Leo Macías
Juan Echanove
Ángel
Carme Elias
Betty
Rossy de Palma
Rosa
Chus Lampreave
Madre de Leo
Kiti Mánver
Manuela
Joaquín Cortés
Antonio
Manuela Vargas
Blanca
Imanol Arias
Paco
Gloria Muñoz
Alicia
Juan José Otegui
Tomas
Nancho Novo
Doctor B
Jordi Mollà
Doctor A
Alicia Agut
Neighbor A
Marisol Muriel
Bailarina
Teresa Ibáñez
Vecina B
José Palau
Yonqui
Abraham García
Camarero
Chavela Vargas
Self (archive footage)
Daniel Cebrián
Cameraman (uncredited)
Crew
Director, Screenplay
Pedro Almodóvar
Novel
Dorothy Parker
Reviews
badelf
November 7, 2022
6
An early Almodóvar that is more like a novel from Amanda Gris, the protagonist of the movie. Not brilliant, but a respectable romantic comedy.
Media
Status:
Released
Original Language:
Spanish
Budget:
$4,500,000.00
Revenue:
$19,000,000.00
Keywords
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