El Hombre Que Supo Amar (1976)

Synopsis of El Hombre Que Supo Amar

Based on a novel by Jose Cruset, and packed with violence and riotousness, this film tells the story of a humanitarian bookseller in 16th-century Granada who manages to open Spain's first mental institution. The story takes place several generations after the expulsion of the Jews and Moors from Spain. Juan de Dios (Timothy Dalton), after experiencing and witnessing brutalities visited upon the people of Spain, vows to spend his life helping others. In fulfillment of his vow, he faces down the Inquisition and suffers greatly. ~ Clarke Fountain, Rovi

Director(s):

Miguel Picazo

Writer(s):

Santiago Moncada

Producer(s):

Jose Maria Carcasona

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