Viridiana
“We've got nothing to hide...”
Synopsis
Viridiana is preparing to start her life as a nun when she is sent, somewhat unwillingly, to visit her aging uncle, Don Jaime. He supports her; but the two have met only once. Jaime thinks Viridiana resembles his dead wife. Viridiana has secretly despised this man all her life and finds her worst fears proven when Jaime grows determined to seduce his pure niece. Viridiana becomes undone as her uncle upends the plans she had made to join the convent.
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Silvia Pinal
Viridiana
Francisco Rabal
Jorge
Fernando Rey
Don Jaime
José Calvo
Don Amalio
Margarita Lozano
Ramona
Victoria Zinny
Lucía
Teresa Rabal
Rita
Luis Heredia
El Poca
Joaquín Roa
Don Zequiel
José Manuel Martín
El Cojo
Lola Gaos
Enedina
Juan García Tiendra
José 'El Leproso' (uncredited)
Sergio Mendizábal
El Pelón
María Isbert
Beggar
Claudio Brook
(uncredited)
Narciso Ojeda
(uncredited)
José María Lado
Mayor (uncredited)
Rosita Yarza
Mother Superior (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
Cannes Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
May 23, 2006
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$679K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Luis Buñuel
- Screenplay & Story
- Julio Alejandro, Luis Buñuel
- Original Score
- Gustavo Pittaluga
- Original Title
- Viridiana
- Country of Origin
- Spain, Mexico
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Worldwide Gross
- $679K
- Production Studios
- Unión Industrial Cinematográfica, Films 59, Producciones Gustavo Alatriste
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Luis Buñuel
Julio Alejandro, Luis Buñuel, Benito Pérez Galdós
Gustavo Pittaluga
José F. Aguayo
Luis Buñuel, Pedro del Rey
Gustavo Alatriste, Ricardo Muñoz Suay, Pere Portabella
Department Leadership Roster
Luis Buñuel
Director
Gustavo Alatriste
Producer
Julio Alejandro
Screenplay
Luis Buñuel
Screenplay
José F. Aguayo
Director of Photography
Francisco Canet Cubel
Production Design
Luis Buñuel
Editor
Pedro del Rey
Editor
Gustavo Pittaluga
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Viridiana
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What is Viridiana about?
Viridiana is preparing to start her life as a nun when she is sent, somewhat unwillingly, to visit her aging uncle, Don Jaime. He supports her; but the two have met only once. Jaime thinks Viridiana resembles his dead wife. Viridiana has secretly despised this man all her life and finds her worst fears proven when Jaime grows determined to seduce his pure niece. Viridiana becomes undone as her uncle upends the plans she had made to join the convent.
Who directed Viridiana?
Viridiana was directed by Luis Buñuel.
Who stars in Viridiana?
The principal cast of Viridiana includes Silvia Pinal, Francisco Rabal, Fernando Rey, José Calvo, Margarita Lozano.
When was Viridiana released and how long is it?
Viridiana was released in 1962 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
How much did Viridiana make at the box office?
Viridiana grossed $679K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Viridiana?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Viridiana was composed by Gustavo Pittaluga.
Is Viridiana based on a book or true story?
Viridiana is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Benito Pérez Galdós".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Viridiana?
Viridiana holds official age classifications: FR: TP; GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).