Direction: Emilio J. Ruiz
The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Emilio J. Ruiz. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.
Titles found: 14
Lorca. El mar deja de moverse
2006 · Documentary · 100 min. · Spain
Direction Emilio J. Ruiz
Cast Federico García Lorca · Laura García Lorca · Ian Gibson · Paul Preston
6.4
52 votes
6.4
52 votes
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
Morente, el barbero de Picasso
2011 · Documentary · 92 min. · Spain
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
El abuelo Víctor
2019 · Documentary · Spain
Direction Emilio J. Ruiz
Cast Víctor Manuel · Ana Belén · Joan Manuel Serrat · Miguel Ríos
5.8
45 votes
5.8
45 votes
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
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
Direction Emilio J. Ruiz
Cast Assumpta Serna · Victoria Abril · Elisa Mouliaá · Miriam Díaz Aroca
2.2
52 votes
2.2
52 votes
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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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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Direction Emilio J. Ruiz
Cast Juan Carlos Naya · Eloisa Martin · Carlos La Rosa · Fernando Guillén
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Direction Emilio J. Ruiz
Cast Carlos Álvarez-Novoa · Angela Boj · Sara Moraleda · Maria Ivanova
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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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Direction Emilio J. Ruiz
Cast Fuensanta 'La Moneta' Fresneda Galera · Miguelo García · Yarden Amir · Alberto López
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