description Tristana Overview
Tristana is a 1970 drama film directed by Luis Buñuel, based on Benito Pérez Galdós’ novel of the same year. The Spanish-French-Italian co-production was filmed in Toledo and marked Buñuel's return to Spain after extended work abroad. It received critical acclaim and earned a nomination for Best Foreign-Language Film at the Academy Awards.
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info Tristana Specifications
| Country | France |
| Year | 1970 |
help Tristana FAQ
Who plays Tristana and Don Lope in Luis Bunuel's film?
Catherine Deneuve plays Tristana, and Fernando Rey plays Don Lope. Their relationship drives Bunuel's 1970 adaptation of Benito Perez Galdos's novel.
Where was Tristana filmed?
Tristana was filmed in Toledo, Spain. The city matters because Bunuel uses its streets, bells, and Catholic atmosphere as part of the film's moral pressure.
Is Tristana based on a book?
Yes, it adapts Benito Perez Galdos's 1892 novel Tristana. Bunuel changes parts of the story, including giving the young painter Horacio and the servant Saturno different cinematic weight.
Was Tristana recognized outside Spain?
Yes, Tristana was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film at the 43rd Academy Awards. It also screened at the 1970 Cannes Film Festival outside the main competition.
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