Simon of the Desert
Simón del desierto
1965 · 0h 45m · Comedy, Drama, Fantasy · Mexico · Rated 15 (GB)
Sacrifice and Temptation
Simon, a deeply religious man living in the 4th century, wants to be nearer to God so he climbs a column. The Devil wants him come down to Earth and is trying to seduce him.
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Luis BuñuelStory by
Luis Buñuel7.2Smart score
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4th centurydesertdevilfaithgoathypocrisymiraclenightclubprophetreligious fundamentalismrock bandsainttemptation
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