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 (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.

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Release Date:

01 Nov 1991

Language:

Spanish

Director:

Imanol Uribe

Writer:

Joan Potau, Gonzalo Torrente Ballester (novel), Gonzalo Torrente Malvido

Main Actors:

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

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