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Simon of the Desert

1965Movie45 min

ComedyDrama
90
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb7.8Rotten Tomatoes100%91%

An eccentric, philosophical comedy movie about history and faith and meaning, with standout direction.

Good for friends night · thought-provoking · adults

Skip it if you want fast pacing

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Not for warmth, comfort or romance.

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Story

Sacrifice and Temptation

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.

Feels like

  • Absurdist Satire
  • Philosophical Allegory
  • Religious Critique
  • Surreal Drama
  • Eccentric Characters
  • Existential Comedy
  • Historical Setting
  • Black & White Aesthetic
  • Thought-Provoking

Cast

12 of 12

Crew

Directed by
Luis Buñuel
Written by
Luis Buñuel, Julio Alejandro
Produced by
Gustavo Alatriste
Music by
Raúl Lavista

Everyone

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Facts

August 27, 1965 · 45 min · Sexual Content, Disturbing Imagery

Released
August 27, 1965
Runtime
45 min
Content
Sexual Content, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Comedy, Drama, Fantasy
Original language
Spanish
Made in
Mexico
Available in
65 countries

Tropes

Principles Zealot, Foreshadowing, Paper-Thin Disguise +9

  • Principles Zealot
  • Foreshadowing
  • Paper-Thin Disguise
  • Little People Are Surreal
  • Satan
  • Hermit Guru
  • Distant Finale
  • Very Loosely Based on a True Story
  • Catholic School Girls Rule
  • Stocking Filler
  • Unusually Uninteresting Sight
  • Gainax Ending

12 of 21 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Simon of the Desert?"

Questions about Simon of the Desert

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Simon of the Desert?

CriterionDarkroomMometu

In the United States, Simon of the Desert streams on Criterion, and it is free with ads on Darkroom and Mometu. It also streams in 63 other countries.

Is Simon of the Desert worth watching?

90
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 90 (IMDb 7.8 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). Critics rate it higher (100 out of 100) than audiences (85).

Will Simon of the Desert make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly absurd humor (8 of 10) and satire (7 of 10).

Can I half-watch Simon of the Desert?

Easy watchDemanding

No, it needs your attention: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for philosophical and 7 for ambiguity.

Is Simon of the Desert in English?

Spanish

No, it was made in Spanish.

What tropes does Simon of the Desert use?

Principles ZealotForeshadowingPaper-Thin DisguiseLittle People Are SurrealSatanHermit GuruDistant FinaleVery Loosely Based on a True StoryCatholic School Girls RuleStocking FillerUnusually Uninteresting SightGainax Endingand 9 more

TV Tropes lists 21 tropes for it, including Principles Zealot, Foreshadowing, and Paper-Thin Disguise.