Broken Embraces movie poster

Broken Embraces

"Passion, obsession, wealth, jealousy, family, guilt, and creativity."

March 18, 2009 2h 7m 7.1/10 (693 votes)

Originally released in 2009. Broken Embraces is a drama/romance film. directed by Pedro Almodóvar. With a runtime of 2h 7m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Penélope Cruz, Lluís Homar, and Blanca Portillo

Synopsis

Harry Caine, a blind writer, reaches this moment in time when he has to heal his wounds from 14 years back. He was then still known by his real name, Mateo Blanco, and directing his last movie.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 18, 2009 16 years ago
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Runtime 2h 7m 127 minutes total
User Rating 7.1/10 Great (693 votes)
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Budget $18M Production budget
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Box Office $31M 1.7x return
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Language Spanish Original language
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Country Spain Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
ES
Budget
$18,000,000
Revenue
$30,991,660

Production Companies

  • El Deseo

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Broken Embraces about?

Harry Caine, a blind writer, reaches this moment in time when he has to heal his wounds from 14 years back. He was then still known by his real name, Mateo Blanco, and directing his last movie.

Who directed Broken Embraces?

Broken Embraces was directed by Pedro Almodóvar.

How long is Broken Embraces?

Broken Embraces has a runtime of 2 hours and 7 minutes (127 minutes total).

When was Broken Embraces released?

Broken Embraces was released on March 18, 2009 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Broken Embraces?

The main cast of Broken Embraces includes Penélope Cruz, Lluís Homar, Blanca Portillo, José Luis Gómez, Rubén Ochandiano.

Is Broken Embraces worth watching?

Broken Embraces has a user rating of 7.1/10 based on 693 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.