Direction: Emilio J. Ruiz

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Emilio J. Ruiz. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


La España de la copla

2010 · Documentary · 53 min. · Spain

Direction Emilio J. Ruiz

Cast Carmen Abenza · Francisca Aguirre · Juanito Belmonte · Nino Bravo

Synopsis La España de la copla (2010) explores the intricate social and political journey of the Copla, tracing its roots from the early 20th century through to the 1960s. During this period, the genre flourished under the regime of Francisco Franco,...

6.2

32 votes

6.2

32 votes

Orson Welles y Goya

2008 · Documentary · 90 min. · Spain

Direction Emilio J. Ruiz

Cast Félix Grande Lara · Manuel Francisco Reina · José Luis García Sánchez · Ramiro Cristóbal

Synopsis Orson Welles y Goya (2008) delves into the lifelong obsessions of Orson Welles, focusing on his deep admiration for two titans of their respective fields: William Shakespeare and Francisco de Goya. The documentary explores Welles' profound connection to Spain and...

6.2

46 votes

6.2

46 votes

Direction Emilio J. Ruiz

Synopsis Morente, el barbero de Picasso (2011) is a poignant musical documentary that captures the final creative moments of legendary flamenco singer Enrique Morente. Filmed just days before his passing, the documentary showcases Morente's unique interpretation of poems by Pablo Picasso,...

5.9

149 votes

5.9

149 votes

The Sale of Paradise

2012 · Movie · 102 min. · Spain

Direction Emilio J. Ruiz

Cast Ana Claudia Talancón · William Miller · Carlos Iglesias · Juanjo Puigcorbé

Synopsis The Sale of Paradise (2012) follows the journey of Aura María, a young Mexican woman burdened by a dark and tumultuous past. She is presented with an enticing opportunity to travel to Spain, complete with a promising job offer and...

4.3

182 votes

4.3

182 votes

The Disciple

2010 · Movie · 101 min. · Spain

Direction Emilio J. Ruiz

Cast Joel West · Ruth Gabriel · Marisa Berenson · Juanjo Puigcorbé

Synopsis The Disciple (2010) follows the life of Jesus from his youth, where he witnesses the tragic death of his father, Joseph, at the hands of Roman military forces. As he grows older, he becomes a devoted follower of John the...

2.6

192 votes

2.6

192 votes

2.2

52 votes

Broken Poet

2019 · Movie · 106 min. · Spain

Direction Emilio J. Ruiz

Cast Elliott Murphy · Joana Preiss · Marisa Berenson · Françoise Viallon-Murphy

Synopsis Broken Poet (2019) delves deeply into the essence of achievement, rock fame, and the true nature of liberty, echoing Janis Joplin's famous lyrics that freedom is merely another phrase for having nothing left to lose. The film explores these themes...

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Tristesse

2020 · Movie · 103 min. · Spain

Direction Emilio J. Ruiz

Cast Enrique Simón · Miguel García · Rebecca Arrosse · Michel Díaz

Synopsis Tristesse (2020) follows the journey of a director who finds himself under fire for helming a provocative motion picture. Confronted with the choice to step back from his career or forge ahead in the face of adversity, he delves into...

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Yerma: Barren

2017 · Movie · 89 min. · Spain

Direction Emilio J. Ruiz

Cast Rebecca Grant · Miriam Díaz Aroca · Mundy Rieu Jr. · Susan Brickell

Synopsis Yerma: Barren (2017) follows Eva Stone, a woman deeply rooted in traditional values, married to John, a British politician of Spanish descent who is infertile. Eva believes a woman's purpose is to be a mother, and her world is turned...

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