El conde de Maravillas

El conde de Maravillas

1927 · 68 min · ★ 5.5 · History, Drama

The Count of Maravillas receives an unusual proposal from a masked woman: to kidnap the valido of King Carlos IV.

Directed by José Buchs · Written by José Forns

Your Rating

Cast

Make it a double feature

2h 14m together

El conde de Maravillas

Luis Candelas' Odd Adventure

Both from José Buchs.

More from José BuchsSee all →

La verbena de la palomaLa verbena de la paloma · 1921
La verbena de la paloma
★ 10.01921
MovieComedy
In Madrid, Spain, Susana's flirtations with the old apothecary Don Hilarión arouse the jealousy of Julián, Susana's boyfriend.
Sun and BullsSun and Bulls · 1949
Sun and Bulls
★ 10.01949
MovieDramaRomance
Manuel da Cruz, a young apprentice in the saddle, is discovered by the cattleman João Gama, who marvels at his skill, deciding to make him a great bullfighter.
Aventuras de don Juan de MairenaAventuras de don Juan de Mairena · 1948
Aventuras de don Juan de Mairena
★ 10.01948
Movie
During King Fernando's reign an Andalusian gentleman adventures as much with bulls as with women, and also politically joining the liberal cause against the absolutist King.
Madre AlegríaMadre Alegría · 1937
Madre Alegría
★ 9.01937
MovieDrama
The Crystal VirginThe Crystal Virgin · 1926
The Crystal Virgin
★ 9.01926
MovieDrama
El rey que rabióEl rey que rabió · 1940
El rey que rabió
★ 8.01940
MovieComedy
Luis Candelas' Odd AdventureLuis Candelas' Odd Adventure · 1926
Luis Candelas' Odd Adventure
★ 7.51926
MovieAdventure
Luis Candelas, the mythical bandit, just and generous, comes to the aid of a nobleman who saved his life. Adventure film directed by José Buchs.
CarcelerasCarceleras · 1922
Carceleras
★ 7.51922
MovieDrama
In a Cordovan farmhouse, Soledad arouses a passion in two men, which will be cause of misfortune for both when the boyfriend of the protagonist in a jealous attack kills the rival in his presence.
The Reeve's DaughterThe Reeve's Daughter · 1925
The Reeve's Daughter
★ 7.51925
MovieDrama
The bandit El Tempranillo falls in love with a gypsy and the daughter of the Mayor of Seville.
Diez días millonariaDiez días millonaria · 1934
Diez días millonaria
★ 7.01934
MovieDrama
Flora y MarianaFlora y Mariana · 1942
Flora y Mariana
★ 7.01942
MovieComedy
Stain that CleansStain that Cleans · 1924
Stain that Cleans
★ 7.01924
MovieDrama
PrimPrim · 1931
Prim
★ 6.51931
MovieHistoryDrama
Rosario, la cortijeraRosario, la cortijera · 1924
Rosario, la cortijera
★ 6.01924
MovieComedyDrama
A hopeless fool tries to impress a lady by becoming a bullfighter.
Curro VargasCurro Vargas · 1923
Curro Vargas
★ 5.81923
MovieDrama
Spanish silent based on the novel by the same name. The story begins in the early nineteenth century in a small town of Granada, after the death of Juan de Vargas, Curro, the son of this is in misery.
Pilar GuerraPilar Guerra · 1926
Pilar Guerra
★ 5.61926
MovieDrama
A young woman abandoned by her lover sells her body to his mentor, a renowned sculptor.

More Like This

ScarfaceScarface · 1932
Scarface
★ 7.41932
MovieCrimeAction
In 1920s Chicago, Italian immigrant and notorious thug, Antonio 'Tony' Camonte, aka Scarface, shoots his way to the top of the mobs while trying to protect his sister from the criminal life.
CrashCrash · 1996
Crash
★ 6.51996
MovieThrillerDrama
A car crash victim inexplicably finds himself aroused by car accidents and becomes involved with an underground subculture of like-minded souls.
All the President's MenAll the President's Men · 1976
All the President's Men
★ 7.71976
MovieDramaMystery
During the 1972 elections, two reporters' investigation sheds light on the controversial Watergate scandal that compels President Nixon to resign from his post.
AparajitoAparajito · 1956
Aparajito
★ 7.81956
MovieDrama
Apu and his family have moved away from the country to live in the bustling holy city of Benares. As he progresses from wide-eyed child to intellectually curious teenager, eventually studying in Kolkata, we witness his academic and moral education, as well as the growing complexity of his relationship with his mother.
Broken Blossoms or The Yellow Man and the GirlBroken Blossoms or The Yellow Man and the Girl · 1919
Broken Blossoms or The Yellow Man and the Girl
★ 6.91919
MovieDramaRomance
A frail waif, abused by her brutal boxer father in London's seedy Limehouse District, is befriended by a sensitive Chinese immigrant with tragic consequences.
City LightsCity Lights · 1931
City Lights
★ 8.21931
MovieComedyDrama
A tramp falls in love with a beautiful blind flower girl. His on-and-off friendship with a wealthy man allows him to be the girl's benefactor and suitor.
The Gold RushThe Gold Rush · 1925
The Gold Rush
★ 8.01925
MovieAdventureComedy
A gold prospector in Alaska struggles to survive the elements and win the heart of a dance hall girl.
Paths of GloryPaths of Glory · 1957
Paths of Glory
★ 8.31957
MovieWarDrama
A commanding officer defends three scapegoats on trial for a failed offensive that occurred within the French Army in 1916.
MiseryMisery · 1990
Misery
★ 7.81990
MovieDramaThriller
After an accident, acclaimed novelist Paul Sheldon is rescued by a nurse who claims to be his biggest fan. Her obsession takes a dark turn when she holds him captive in her remote Colorado home and forces him to write back to life the popular literary character he killed off.
The Cider House RulesThe Cider House Rules · 1999
The Cider House Rules
★ 7.11999
MovieDrama
Homer is an orphan who was never adopted, becoming the favorite of orphanage director Dr. Larch. Dr. Larch imparts his full medical knowledge on Homer, who becomes a skilled, albeit unlicensed, physician. But Homer yearns for a self-chosen life outside the orphanage. What will Homer learn about life and love in the cider house? What of the destiny that Dr. Larch has planned for him?
All the King's MenAll the King's Men · 2006
All the King's Men
★ 5.82006
MovieDramaThriller
The story of an idealist's rise to power in the world of Louisiana politics and the corruption that leads to his ultimate downfall. Based on the 1946 Pulitzer Prize-winning novel written by Robert Penn Warren, loosely based on the story of real-life politician Huey Long.
The Piano TeacherThe Piano Teacher · 2001
The Piano Teacher
★ 7.32001
MovieDramaRomance
Erika Kohut, a sexually repressed piano teacher living with her domineering mother, meets a young man who starts romantically pursuing her.
The Rules of AttractionThe Rules of Attraction · 2002
The Rules of Attraction
★ 6.22002
MovieDramaRomance
The incredibly spoiled and overprivileged students of Camden College are a backdrop for an unusual love triangle between a drug dealer, a virgin and a bisexual classmate.
Shoot the Piano PlayerShoot the Piano Player · 1960
Shoot the Piano Player
★ 7.21960
MovieDramaThriller
Charlie is a former classical pianist who has changed his name and now plays jazz in a grimy Paris bar. When Charlie's brothers, Richard and Chico, surface and ask for Charlie's help while on the run from gangsters they have scammed, he aids their escape. Soon Charlie and Lena, a waitress at the same bar, face trouble when the gangsters arrive, looking for his brothers.
The Story of Adèle H.The Story of Adèle H. · 1975
The Story of Adèle H.
★ 7.01975
MovieDramaHistory
In the 19th century a mysterious woman named Adele H. crosses the ocean, from Europe to North America, to relentlessly pursue a handsome officer that denies her satisfaction.
Fear and Loathing in Las VegasFear and Loathing in Las Vegas · 1998
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas
★ 7.21998
MovieAdventureDrama
Raoul Duke and his attorney Dr. Gonzo drive a red convertible across the Mojave desert to Las Vegas with a suitcase full of drugs to cover a motorcycle race. As their consumption of drugs increases at an alarming rate, the stoned duo trash their hotel room and fear legal repercussions. Duke begins to drive back to L.A., but after an odd run-in with a cop, he returns to Sin City and continues his wild drug binge.
The BeachThe Beach · 2000
The Beach
★ 6.52000
MovieDramaAdventure
Twenty-something Richard travels to Thailand and finds himself in possession of a strange map. Rumours state that it leads to a solitary beach paradise, a tropical bliss - excited and intrigued, he sets out to find it.
The 13th WarriorThe 13th Warrior · 1999
The 13th Warrior
★ 6.71999
MovieAdventureHistory
A Muslim ambassador exiled from his homeland joins a group of Vikings, initially offended by their behavior but growing to respect them. As they travel together, they learn of a legendary evil closing in and must unite to confront this formidable force.

Rate this film

Your ratings make Midnight smarter