A Pure Soul (1965): cast, story & where to watch

1965 · Film · ★ 5

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Released in 1965, A Pure Soul is a drama and romance film directed by Juan Ibáñez, running about 50 minutes.

What it’s about. Second of two films that make up the collaborative film "Los Bienamados" (The Beloved, 1965). Claudia, a young aristocratic girl travels to Switzerland to recover the corpse of her brother, Juan Luis. As she flies back home to Mexico, in flashback it is revealed that she and her brother had an incestuous relationship and that she managed to drive his fiance, Claire, to her death... with tragic consequences for all of them.

Who’s in it. A Pure Soul stars Arabella Árbenz as Claudia, Enrique Rocha as Juan Luis, Veit Gentry as The father and Leonora Carrington as The mother, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, A Pure Soul has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Pure Soul page.

If you liked it. Fans of A Pure Soul tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch A Pure Soul (1965)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Pure Soul change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is A Pure Soul worth watching?
A Pure Soul holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in A Pure Soul?
A Pure Soul stars Arabella Árbenz, Enrique Rocha, Veit Gentry, Leonora Carrington and Sally Belfrage.
When was A Pure Soul released?
A Pure Soul was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.