Simon of the Desert

“Sacrifice and Temptation”

7.7

1965

45m

ComedyDramaFantasy

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.

Key Crew

Director

Luis Buñuel

Producers

Gustavo Alatriste

Writers

Luis Buñuel

Julio Alejandro

Cinematography

Gabriel Figueroa

Music

Raúl Lavista

Cast (12)

Claudio Brook

Simón

Silvia Pinal

The Devil

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