What is Matador?
Matador is a film first released in 1986. Catalogued under Drama, Thriller.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1986
- Release date
- Mar 7, 1986
- Genres
- Drama, Thriller
- Updated
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Matador is a film first released in 1986. Catalogued under Drama, Thriller. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A tormented teen confesses false crimes as a deadly obsession sparks between a man and a woman.”
- Atmospheric direction by Pedro Almodóvar
- Complex characters and moral ambiguity
- Stylish blend of drama and thriller
- NC-17 rating limits mainstream accessibility
- Pacing may feel slow for some viewers
Watch it if you appreciate moody, character‑driven thrillers with a touch of fatal romance.
Contains mature themes, sexual tension, and violence, suitable for adult audiences only.
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What is the main plot?
The film follows a conflicted youth who confesses to crimes he didn’t commit while a man and woman become obsessed with each other, set against a backdrop of ambition in bullfighting.
Who directed the film?
It was directed by Spanish filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar.
What genre and tone does the film have?
It is classified as a drama and thriller with a dark, psychological tone.
How long is the movie and what rating does it have?
The runtime is about 1 hour 45 minutes and it carries an NC-17 rating.
When was it released in the United States?
It was released in the US on June 10, 1988.