The read
It runs a compact 10m.
Synopsis
Short film by Almodovar, which tells the origin of the veil. Abraham, walking with Isaac, meets Salomé, who dances and demands Isaac’s head. Isaac flees but is hypnotised and returned. Abraham, about to act, hears God reveal it was a test of temptation. Salomé is a divine figure, and Abraham is instructed to have women cover themselves as a sign of respect.
Ratings
IMDb4.9/10
29 audience votes
Key crew
- Pedro AlmodóvarDirector
- Pedro AlmodóvarScreenplay
Cast
- Isabel MestresSalomé
- Fernando HilbeckAbraham
- Agustín AlmodóvarIsaac
- Juan LombarderoGod (voice)
Stills
Themes
based on novel or bookshort film