Jamon Jamon
Jamón, jamón
“A film where women eat men and men eat ham”
Synopsis
José Luis has a cushy corporate job at the lingerie factory his mom owns. After he falls in love and proposes to Silvia, a beautiful laborer on the underwear assembly line, his mom enlists Raul, a potential underwear model and would-be bullfighter, to seduce Silvia.
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Jamón, Jamón (1992) Original Trailer [HD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-11-15
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Stefania Sandrelli
La madre puta
Anna Galiena
La puta madre
Juan Diego
The Father
Penélope Cruz
La hija de puta
Javier Bardem
El chorizo
Jordi Mollà
El niñato
Tomás Martín
Friend of Raúl
Armando del Río
Friend of José Luis
Diana Sassen
Friend of Silvia
Chema Mazo
Father of Silvia
Isabel de Castro Oros
Sister of Silvia
Nazaret Callao
Sister of Silvia
Marianne Hermitte
Woman With a Dog at the Brothel
Nadia Godoy
The One Who Sings at the Brothel
María Reniu
Woman at the Brothel
Susana Koska
Friend at the Disco
Miquel García Borda
Friend at the Disco
Roberto Bermejo
Bullfighter
Release History & Theatrical Window
Barcelona
Festival / Special Debut
September 24, 1993
Wide Cinema Exhibition
December 17, 2000
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bigas Luna
- Screenplay & Story
- Bigas Luna, Cuca Canals
- Original Score
- Nicola Piovani
- Original Title
- Jamón, jamón
- Country of Origin
- Spain
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Studios
- Ovídeo TV S.A., Sogepaq, Lolafilms
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bigas Luna
Bigas Luna, Cuca Canals, Quim Monzó
Nicola Piovani
José Luis Alcaine
Teresa Font
Andrés Vicente Gómez
Department Leadership Roster
Bigas Luna
Screenplay
Cuca Canals
Screenplay
Nicola Piovani
Original Music Composer
José Luis Alcaine
Director of Photography
Bigas Luna
Director
Pep Oliver
Production Design
Neus Olivella
Costume Design
Gloria Martí-Palanqués
Production Design
Andrés Vicente Gómez
Producer
Teresa Font
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jamon Jamon
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Jamon Jamon about?
José Luis has a cushy corporate job at the lingerie factory his mom owns. After he falls in love and proposes to Silvia, a beautiful laborer on the underwear assembly line, his mom enlists Raul, a potential underwear model and would-be bullfighter, to seduce Silvia.
Who directed Jamon Jamon?
Jamon Jamon was directed by Bigas Luna.
Who stars in Jamon Jamon?
The principal cast of Jamon Jamon includes Stefania Sandrelli, Anna Galiena, Juan Diego, Penélope Cruz, Javier Bardem.
When was Jamon Jamon released and how long is it?
Jamon Jamon was released in 1992 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
Who composed the musical score for Jamon Jamon?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Jamon Jamon was composed by Nicola Piovani.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Jamon Jamon?
Jamon Jamon holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.).