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Consensus (1980): cast, story & where to watch

1980 · Film · ★ 4.5

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Released in 1980, Consensus is a comedy film directed by Javier Aguirre, running about 89 minutes.

What it’s about. In a small provincial town on the Spanish coast, a conflict arises between prostitutes and a group of devout women, annoyed by the presence of prostitutes in their locality. The tension is increasing and the prostitutes are asking Carmelo, the local pharmacist, to intercede for them. He, who goes out with Asunción, one of the women facing the heteros, refuses. To convince Carmelo, prostitutes force him to have sex with them. Due to the pleasure of this experience he changes his mind.

Who’s in it. Consensus stars Azucena Hernández as Pura, Helga Liné as Asunción, Ricardo Merino as Carmelo and Carmen Platero as La Catedrático, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Consensus has proved divisive with audiences.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Consensus tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Consensus (1980)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Consensus change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Consensus worth watching?
Consensus holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Consensus?
Consensus stars Azucena Hernández, Helga Liné, Ricardo Merino, Carmen Platero and Lynn Endersson.
When was Consensus released?
Consensus was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.