Beyond the Walls
Extramuros
Synopsis
This 1985 Spanish film reveals one of the many terrible aspects of 16th century Spain, still plagued by the radical Christian Inquisition, one of a plethora of difficulties Spaniards faced at the time. Spanish super star Carmen Maura plays a nun who agrees to a selfless scam, a fake stigmata, only to avoid separation from her lover, another nun. It's a serious and passionate work, highlighting the theme of outspoken women-against-repression, seen in other good gay and lesbian films. This is not a lesbian "Nun sense" or another "Dark Habits" (by Almodovar, which also starred Carmen Maura, and also set in a Spanish convent, with some lesbian nuns). Perhaps, best of all, 'Extramuros' is realistic and frank. It isn't shy about its characters' sexuality. Their sexuality, and the film as a whole are genuine.
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Carmen Maura
Sor Ana
Mercedes Sampietro
Sor Ángela
Aurora Bautista
La Priora
Assumpta Serna
La Huéspeda
Antonio Ferrandis
El Médico
Manuel Alexandre
Capellán
Conrado San Martín
Valentín Paredes
Marta Fernández Muro
Beatriz Elorrieta
Monja
Cándida Losada
Monja
Maite Brik
Monja
Amparo Valle
Monja
Maria Caro
Monja
Mari Paz Molinero
Monja
Manuela Camacho
Monja
Pilar Coronado
Monja
María Jesús Hoyos
Monja
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Miguel Picazo
- Screenplay & Story
- Miguel Picazo
- Original Score
- José Nieto
- Original Title
- Extramuros
- Country of Origin
- Spain
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Miguel Picazo
Miguel Picazo, Jesús Fernández Santos
José Nieto
Teo Escamilla
José Luis Matesanz
José Luis Garci, Antonio Martín
Department Leadership Roster
Miguel Picazo
Director
José Luis Matesanz
Editor
Miguel Picazo
Screenplay
José Luis Garci
Producer
Teo Escamilla
Director of Photography
José Nieto
Original Music Composer
Antonio Martín
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Beyond the Walls
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Beyond the Walls about?
This 1985 Spanish film reveals one of the many terrible aspects of 16th century Spain, still plagued by the radical Christian Inquisition, one of a plethora of difficulties Spaniards faced at the time. Spanish super star Carmen Maura plays a nun who agrees to a selfless scam, a fake stigmata, only to avoid separation from her lover, another nun. It's a serious and passionate work, highlighting the theme of outspoken women-against-repression, seen in other good gay and lesbian films. This is not a lesbian "Nun sense" or another "Dark Habits" (by Almodovar, which also starred Carmen Maura, and also set in a Spanish convent, with some lesbian nuns). Perhaps, best of all, 'Extramuros' is realistic and frank. It isn't shy about its characters' sexuality. Their sexuality, and the film as a whole are genuine.
Who directed Beyond the Walls?
Beyond the Walls was directed by Miguel Picazo.
Who stars in Beyond the Walls?
The principal cast of Beyond the Walls includes Carmen Maura, Mercedes Sampietro, Aurora Bautista, Assumpta Serna, Antonio Ferrandis.
When was Beyond the Walls released and how long is it?
Beyond the Walls was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 58m.
Who composed the musical score for Beyond the Walls?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Beyond the Walls was composed by José Nieto.
Is Beyond the Walls based on a book or true story?
Beyond the Walls is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Jesús Fernández Santos".