Sand and Blood
De sable et de sang
Synopsis
Bullfighting, music, medicine, change, and homoerotic possibilities mix in this study of friendship. Francisco is a bullfighter on his way up, so focused even sex doesn't hold his interest. After a minor road accident, he meets a doctor, Manuel, who attends a bullfight, leaving early, retching. His wife, who is also his partner in a string quartet, worries about him: Manuel has a history of breakdown. Manuel, for his part, hates bullfighting and the memories it brings of Franco's Spain. His harsh views undermine Francisco's focus. He accompanies the young fighter to Spain for an important corrida. Will Francisco succeed? And what becomes of this friendship?
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jeanne Labrune
- Screenplay & Story
- Jeanne Labrune
- Original Title
- De sable et de sang
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jeanne Labrune
Jeanne Labrune
André Neau
Nadine Fischer
Jean Nainchrik
Department Leadership Roster
Jeanne Labrune
Director
Jean Nainchrik
Producer
Patrice Mercier
Production Design
Jeanne Labrune
Writer
André Neau
Director of Photography
Nadine Fischer
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sand and Blood
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What is Sand and Blood about?
Bullfighting, music, medicine, change, and homoerotic possibilities mix in this study of friendship. Francisco is a bullfighter on his way up, so focused even sex doesn't hold his interest. After a minor road accident, he meets a doctor, Manuel, who attends a bullfight, leaving early, retching. His wife, who is also his partner in a string quartet, worries about him: Manuel has a history of breakdown. Manuel, for his part, hates bullfighting and the memories it brings of Franco's Spain. His harsh views undermine Francisco's focus. He accompanies the young fighter to Spain for an important corrida. Will Francisco succeed? And what becomes of this friendship?
Who directed Sand and Blood?
Sand and Blood was directed by Jeanne Labrune.
Who stars in Sand and Blood?
The principal cast of Sand and Blood includes Sami Frey, Patrick Catalifo, André Dussollier, Clémentine Célarié, María Casares.
When was Sand and Blood released and how long is it?
Sand and Blood was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.