Two girlfriends on a summer holiday in Spain become enamored with the same painter, unaware that his ex-wife, with whom he has a tempestuous relationship, is about to re-enter the picture.
Acting
Penélope Cruz's volcanic Maria Elena steals every scene she's in.
Cinematography
Barcelona looks so good you'll consider learning Spanish immediately.
Writing
That omniscient narrator who roasts the characters like a sports commentator.
Director
Woody Allen
Scarlett Johansson
Cristina
Rebecca Hall
Vicky
Javier Bardem
Juan Antonio Gonzalo
Penélope Cruz
María Elena
Christopher Evan Welch
Narrator (voice)
Chris Messina
Doug
Patricia Clarkson
Judy Nash
Kevin Dunn
Mark Nash
Julio Perillán
Charles
Maurice Sonnenberg
Art Gallery Guest
Manel Barceló
Doctor
Josep Maria Domènech
Julio
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Woody Allen originally wrote the script set in San Francisco, then pivoted to Barcelona after falling in love with the city. Penélope Cruz learned her entire role phonetically.
The film sparked real debate in Spain about its portrayal of fiery Latin lovers—some critics called it clichéd, others embraced it as a love letter. It won Cruz her Oscar.
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