Bulgarian Lovers
Los novios búlgaros
“Beware of love in radioactive packages.”
Synopsis
Graying Spaniard Daniel has a healthy budget for indulging in the finer things in life. Daniel's favorite luxury is playing sponsor to younger men amid the lights and sights of Madrid's gay club scene. After Daniel shares a night with handsome Bulgarian emigre Kyril, he finds himself consumed with an insatiable lust for the charismatic foreigner. But, as their relationship takes shape, Daniel's latest conquest reveals his own manipulative tendencies.
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"Bulgarian Lovers" Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2007-09-20
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eloy de la Iglesia
- Screenplay & Story
- Eloy de la Iglesia, Fernando Guillén Cuervo, Antonio Hens
- Original Score
- Antonio Meliveo
- Original Title
- Los novios búlgaros
- Country of Origin
- Spain
- Spoken Languages
- Bulgarian, English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Production Studios
- Cartel, Altube Filmeak, Conexión Sur, TVE
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eloy de la Iglesia
Eloy de la Iglesia, Fernando Guillén Cuervo, Antonio Hens, Eduardo Mendicutti
Antonio Meliveo
Néstor Calvo
José Salcedo
Eduardo Campoy, Jesús García Ciordia, Fernando Guillén Cuervo, Oihana Olea, Pedro Olea
Department Leadership Roster
Eloy de la Iglesia
Director
Eloy de la Iglesia
Screenplay
Fernando Guillén Cuervo
Screenplay
Antonio Hens
Screenplay
Eduardo Campoy
Producer
Jesús García Ciordia
Producer
Fernando Guillén Cuervo
Producer
Pedro Olea
Producer
Antonio Meliveo
Original Music Composer
Néstor Calvo
Director of Photography
José Salcedo
Editor
Julio Torrecilla
Production Design
Pedro Moreno
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bulgarian Lovers
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What is Bulgarian Lovers about?
Graying Spaniard Daniel has a healthy budget for indulging in the finer things in life. Daniel's favorite luxury is playing sponsor to younger men amid the lights and sights of Madrid's gay club scene. After Daniel shares a night with handsome Bulgarian emigre Kyril, he finds himself consumed with an insatiable lust for the charismatic foreigner. But, as their relationship takes shape, Daniel's latest conquest reveals his own manipulative tendencies.
Who directed Bulgarian Lovers?
Bulgarian Lovers was directed by Eloy de la Iglesia.
Who stars in Bulgarian Lovers?
The principal cast of Bulgarian Lovers includes Fernando Guillén Cuervo, Dritan Biba, Pepón Nieto, Roger Pera, Anita Sinkovic.
When was Bulgarian Lovers released and how long is it?
Bulgarian Lovers was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.
Who composed the musical score for Bulgarian Lovers?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Bulgarian Lovers was composed by Antonio Meliveo.
Is Bulgarian Lovers based on a book or true story?
Bulgarian Lovers is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Eduardo Mendicutti".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Bulgarian Lovers?
Bulgarian Lovers holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).