The Ages of Lulu
Las edades de Lulú
“A scorching Spanish sexual awakening.”
Synopsis
Fifteen-year-old Lulu has never known any affection from her family. But when she goes to a rock concert with Pablo, a friend of the family, he introduces Lulu to her first sexual experience. Years later, Pablo and Lulu have married; Pablo has created a sheltered, private world for Lulu, into which nothing intrudes. However, Lulu tires of her cloistered existence, and begins hanging out in shady bars, looking for vicarious thrills and danger.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2011-08-09
Top Cast
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Francesca Neri
Lulú
Óscar Ladoire
Pablo
María Barranco
Ely
Fernando Guillén Cuervo
Marcelo
Rosana Pastor
Chelo
Javier Bardem
Jimmy
Juan Graell
Remy
Rodrigo Valverde
Pablito
Pilar Bardem
Encarna
Marta May
madre di Lulù
Pepa Serrano
Flamenca
Luis Amposta
Alcoy
Tomás Ordóñez
Mario
Ángel Fernández
Bodybuilder
Leonor Bruna
Amelia
Pep Corominas
Release History & Theatrical Window
Karlovy Vary International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
December 20, 1990
Wide Cinema Exhibition
December 6, 2012
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bigas Luna
- Screenplay & Story
- Almudena Grandes, Bigas Luna
- Original Score
- Carlos Segarra
- Original Title
- Las edades de Lulú
- Country of Origin
- Spain
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Iberoamericana Films Internacional, Apricot
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bigas Luna
Almudena Grandes, Bigas Luna
Carlos Segarra
Fernando Arribas
Pablo G. del Amo
Andrés Vicente Gómez
Department Leadership Roster
Almudena Grandes
Screenplay
Bigas Luna
Director
Bigas Luna
Screenplay
Carlos Segarra
Original Music Composer
Fernando Arribas
Director of Photography
Helena Sanchís
Costume Design
Andrés Vicente Gómez
Producer
Antonio Alvarado
Costume Design
Pablo G. del Amo
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Ages of Lulu
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What is The Ages of Lulu about?
Fifteen-year-old Lulu has never known any affection from her family. But when she goes to a rock concert with Pablo, a friend of the family, he introduces Lulu to her first sexual experience. Years later, Pablo and Lulu have married; Pablo has created a sheltered, private world for Lulu, into which nothing intrudes. However, Lulu tires of her cloistered existence, and begins hanging out in shady bars, looking for vicarious thrills and danger.
Who directed The Ages of Lulu?
The Ages of Lulu was directed by Bigas Luna.
Who stars in The Ages of Lulu?
The principal cast of The Ages of Lulu includes Francesca Neri, Óscar Ladoire, María Barranco, Fernando Guillén Cuervo, Rosana Pastor.
When was The Ages of Lulu released and how long is it?
The Ages of Lulu was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for The Ages of Lulu?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Ages of Lulu was composed by Carlos Segarra.
Is The Ages of Lulu based on a book or true story?
The Ages of Lulu is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Almudena Grandes".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Ages of Lulu?
The Ages of Lulu holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); FR: 16 (Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.).