Bunuel: In the Labyrinth of the Turtles

Bunuel's Buñuel in the Labyrinth of the Turtles marks a crucial moment in his career, where he doubted surrealism and contemplated embracing a more social type of cinema. He was deeply affected by the harshness of Las Hurdes and the extreme misery of the people, leading him to work on the pseudo-documentary Land Without Bread. However, reality clashed with dreams and childhood memories, threatening both the film and his friendship with Acín. This moment marked the birth of the Buñuel of the future.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 120 pages
Publication date: 15 April 2021
Publisher: SelfMadeHero

Luis Buñuel's journey in the Labyrinth of the Turtles marked a pivotal moment in his illustrious career, where he grappled with doubts about surrealism and contemplated a shift towards a more socially conscious form of cinema. Driven by a deep sense of empathy for the harsh realities of Las Hurdes and the extreme suffering of its inhabitants, Buñuel, alongside his friend and movie producer Ramón Acín, embarked on the creation of the pseudo-documentary Land Without Bread. However, the realm of surrealism clashed with the filmmaker's inner world, intertwining his dreams, childhood memories, and the harsh realities of the world he sought to portray. This collision threatened not only the film's completion but also the fragile bond he shared with Acín. It was within this tumultuous context that the future Buñuel emerged, ready to embrace the complexities and contradictions that would define his artistic vision.

Weight: 390g
Dimension: 239 x 215 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781910593844