Review of Viridiana (1962) by Filippo V — 11 Feb 2018

Something unusual and sometimes perverse, but then again so are humans. 1001 movies to see before you die.

This review of Viridiana (1962) was written by Filippo V on 11 Feb 2018.

Viridiana has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Ken S (1,985) on 05 Sep 2011

Not one wasted shot, or line of dialogue. Brutal in it's criticism of religion and portrayal of humanity…

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By Augustine H (906) on 21 Dec 2013

Buñuel's satirical human comedy laid a sarcasm on the church for the memorable spoof of Da Vinci's Last Supper and the crumble of Christian…

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By Ben L (1,326) on 24 Nov 2015

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By Lucas D (206) on 17 May 2014

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By John B (4,244) on 22 Mar 2016

A classic tale that calls into question the whole notion of Christian charity in the light of pure human greed and lust…

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By Leighton T (328) on 24 Apr 2011

Phenomenal film By Bunuel. Hugely controversial and you can see why, bu it's also a masterpiece about faith and class…

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By Linus M (36) on 09 Jun 2015

Well worth watching as Bunuel works his art to capture an idea in his film…

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By Ashank C (12) on 27 Feb 2011

A bit of a a sad, satirical, social commentary. Banned in it's native Spain during it's day…

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By William W (979) on 28 Sep 2014

Another outstanding treatise against, not religion but organized religion, and the facades that exists, both within families and different…

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By Jh K (596) on 06 Oct 2012

Interesting story, ok acting, but it seems very uneven and the ending was a little unsettling…

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