The Phantom of Liberty

The Phantom of Liberty

Luis Bunuel's kinkiest comedy.

1974 · 104 min · ★ 7.5 · Comedy

This Surrealist film, with a title referencing the Communist Manifesto, strings together short incidents based on the life of director Luis Buñuel. Presented as chance encounters, these loosely related, intersecting situations, all without a consistent protagonist, reach from the 19th century to the 1970s. Touching briefly on subjects such as execution, pedophilia, incest, and sex, the film features an array of characters, including a sick father and incompetent police officers.

Directed by Luis Buñuel · Written by Luis Buñuel

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Jean-Claude Brialy Mr. Foucault
Adriana Asti Lady in Black
Milena Vukotić Nurse
Monica Vitti Mrs. Foucault
Jean Rochefort Mr. Legendre
Michel Piccoli Police Prefect #2
Adolfo Celi Doctor
Claude Piéplu Commissioner
Paul Frankeur Innkeeper
Pierre Maguelon Policeman
François Maistre Professor
Marie-France Pisier Mrs. Calmette

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