The Dumbfounded King

– Spain, under Philip IV (1621-1665). The film is based on a novel by Gonzalo Torrente Ballester. The ..

Type:

Movie

Rating:

7.10 / 10

Duration:

One Hour and 46 Minutes

Release Year:

1991

Original Name:

El rey pasmado

The Dumbfounded King — The Dumbfounded King (1991) - Also known as El rey pasmado

Spain, under Philip IV (1621-1665). The film is based on a novel by Gonzalo Torrente Ballester. The King (Gabino Diego) is stunned to see the naked body of Marfisa (Laura del Sol), the most beautiful prostitute of the town and Court. After that, he also wants to see the Queen (Anne Roussel) naked. However, the King, despite the opposition and the scandal of the Church, will not stop until he reaches his wishes.

Styles:

Sexual, Semi Serious, Humorous, Realistic

Story Timeline:

17th Century

Producing Country:

Portugal, Spain, France

Filming Locations:

Spain, Europe

Genre:

History, Comedy

Release Date:

01 Nov 1991

Language:

Spanish

Directed by:

Story Written By:

Gonzalo Torrente Malvido, Gonzalo Torrente Ballester, Joan Potau

Main Actors:

Gabino Diego, Laura del Sol, Joaquim de Almeida, María Barranco

Plot:

After spending a night with a sensual prostitute, the King of Spain decides that he wants to see his wife naked. His decision causes a real revolution amidst his subjects.

Awards:

12 wins & 8 nominations.

Ratings:

Internet Movie Database:

7.1/10

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