Simon of the Desert (1969)

  • NR
  • 02/10/1969 (US)
  • Comedy, Drama
  • 45m

Sacrifice and Temptation

Overview

Simon, a deeply religious man living in the 4th century, wants to be nearer to God so he climbs a column. The Devil wants him come down to Earth and is trying to seduce him.

Luis Buñuel

Director, Screenplay

Julio Alejandro

Screenplay

Cast

Claudio Brook's headshot

Claudio Brook

Simón
Silvia Pinal's headshot

Silvia Pinal

The Devil
Hortensia Santoveña's headshot

Hortensia Santoveña

The Mother
Enrique Álvarez Félix's headshot

Enrique Álvarez Félix

Brother Matías
Francisco Reiguera's headshot

Francisco Reiguera

The Devil as an Old Witch
Luis Aceves Castañeda's headshot

Luis Aceves Castañeda

Priest
Antonio Bravo's headshot

Antonio Bravo

Priest
Enrique del Castillo's headshot

Enrique del Castillo

The Mutilated One

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