Simon of the Desert (1965)
Original title: Simón del desierto
Simon of the Desert is a 1965 Spanish-language comedy movie directed by Luis Buñuel, with a running time of 45m. It stars Claudio Brook, Silvia Pinal and Hortensia Santoveña.
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.
Quick answers
What is Simon of the Desert about?
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.
When was Simon of the Desert released?
Simon of the Desert was released on 27 August 1965.
How long is Simon of the Desert?
Simon of the Desert runs 45m.
Who made Simon of the Desert?
Simon of the Desert was directed by Luis Buñuel.
Where can I watch Simon of the Desert?
Simon of the Desert is available on Criterion Channel, Darkroom and Mometu.
Where to watch Simon of the Desert
Stream: Criterion Channel
Watch free: Darkroom
Watch free with ads: Mometu
Cast
- Claudio Brook as Simón
- Silvia Pinal as The Devil
- Hortensia Santoveña as The Mother
- Enrique Álvarez Félix as Brother Matías
- Francisco Reiguera as The Devil as an Old Witch
- Luis Aceves Castañeda as Priest
- Antonio Bravo as Priest
- Enrique del Castillo as The Mutilated One
- Enrique García Álvarez as Hermano Zenón/Old monk
- Eduardo MacGregor as Hermano Daniel/Monk
- Glauber Rocha as Man in nightclub (uncredited)
- Ricardo Adalid as Monk (uncredited)