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ramosbarajas
26May12
Perfectly irreverent. Much like Nazarin, Simon tries his best to be as Christ-like as possible without any results. It's Buñuel's way of saying those actions can only be considered obsolete. The ending is great for its nonsensical approach; you can't possibly expect it, but it's so absurd it fits. This is probably the funnest role I've seen Pinal in. Now off to watch her other comedies and musicals.
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dinoage
2Apr11
I love atheist satire; and Bunuel is the master. Strangely, I felt more emphany at times for El Diablo- Silvia Pinal. Mocking the unreason of Christian faith (though still believing in it) El Diablo trys to bring Simon into the real world of humans. I know it sounds trite, but I just have no sympathy for a man who denies his dying Mother even an embrace.
Maicol Andrés Ordoñez
30Jan10
even after the fourth time watching it I still laugh at every sardonic pun.
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Joshua Brown
26Jul09
There was something about this movie that I just loved. I laughed out loud at some parts, and snickered at others. I really wish it could have been completed, but I think the way it is now works in its own way. Let is be known that Buñuel himself said this wasn't an atheist film; its a satire, no doubt, but the message of it is that "nobody really knows".
osvi
4Jul09
Buneul's take on religion/morality is a scathing look at faith itself. Able to deflect the devils attempts to turn him, Simon's faith in God cannot guard against Satan's final attack. The scene is hilarious, sad, and releasing at the same time. A great film!!
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Christopher Smith
5Mar09
Short film from director Luis Bunuel is a sharp religious satire that makes some profound points with odd, compelling characters; powerful, memorable visuals; and great moments of surrealistic humor - though the ending is a bit unsatisfying.