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Critics rate it 28 points higher than audiences do.
Synopsis
Juan is the son of a poor widow in Seville. Against his mother's wishes he pursues a career as toreador. He rapidly gains national prominence, and takes his childhood sweetheart Carmen as his bride. He meets the Marquis' daughter Doña Sol and finds himself in the awkward position of being in love with two women, which threatens the stability of his family and his position in society. He finds interesting parallels in the life of the infamous bandit Plumitas when they eventually meet by chance.
Ratings
IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes91%
Critics rate it 28 points higher than audiences do.
29 audience votes
Key crew
- Fred NibloDirector
- June MathisScreenplay
Cast
- Rudolph ValentinoJuan Gallardo
- Nita NaldiDoña Sol
- Walter LongPlumitas
- Lila LeeCarmen
- Rosa RosanovaAngustias
- George FieldEl Nacional
- Leo WhiteAntonio
- Rosita MarstiniEncarnacion
- Charles BelcherDon Joselito
- Fred BeckerDon José
- Jack WinnPotaje
- Harry LamontPuntillero
Stills
Themes
sportswoman director