Goya in Bordeaux (2000) Characters, Setting & Themes Explained

Release, runtime and language

2000 · 106 min · Spanish

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Directed by

Carlos Saura

As Francisco Goya’s life draws to a close, the acclaimed Spanish painter finds himself in Bordeaux, reflecting on his career and the turbulent times he has witnessed. This biographical drama explores the artist's inner turmoil and personal battles, examining the relationship between his groundbreaking art, his mental state, and the inevitable approach of death. The film portrays a man wrestling with the shadows of war and the complexities of his own genius.