Speaking of Buñuel (2000): cast, story & where to watch

2000 · Film · ★ 6.3

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Released in 2000, Speaking of Buñuel is a documentary film directed by José Luis López-Linares, running about 103 minutes. “'You believe in God, I believe in mystery'” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Surrealist master Luis Buñuel is a towering figure in the world of cinema history, directing such groundbreaking works as Un Chien Andalou, Exterminating Angels, and That Obscure Object of Desire, yet his personal life was clouded in myth and paradox. Though sexually diffident, he frequently worked in the erotic drama genre; though personally quite conservative, his films are florid, flamboyant, and utterly bizarre.

Who’s in it. Speaking of Buñuel stars Luis Buñuel as Himself, José Sancho as (voice), Silvia Pinal as Herself and Ángela Molina as Herself, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Speaking of Buñuel has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Speaking of Buñuel page.

If you liked it. Fans of Speaking of Buñuel tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Speaking of Buñuel (2000)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Speaking of Buñuel change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Speaking of Buñuel worth watching?
Speaking of Buñuel holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Speaking of Buñuel?
Speaking of Buñuel stars Luis Buñuel, José Sancho, Silvia Pinal, Ángela Molina and Francisco Rabal.
When was Speaking of Buñuel released?
Speaking of Buñuel was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.