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  • The Dark Night of the Soul (1989)
  • 93 min | Drama
The Dark Night of the Soul (1989)
93 min | Drama

A fascinating study of the poet Saint John of the Cross, and his spell in solitary confinement. Set in the convent of Toledo, this film explores the temptations that surrounded him, the dreams that afflicted him, his sanctity and his ...See moreA fascinating study of the poet Saint John of the Cross, and his spell in solitary confinement. Set in the convent of Toledo, this film explores the temptations that surrounded him, the dreams that afflicted him, his sanctity and his sanity. Written by LolaFilms See less
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Director
Writers
Carlos Saura (screenplay) | San Juan de la Cruz (excerpts)
Producer
Andrés Vicente Gómez (as Andres Vicente Gomez)
Cinematographer
Editor
Production Designer
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Updated Feb 23, 1989

Release date
Feb 23, 1989 (Spain)

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10 cast members
Name Known for
Juan Diego
San Juan de la Cruz San Juan de la Cruz   See fewer
Fernando Guillén
Vailer (as Fernando Guillen) Vailer (as Fernando Guillen)   See fewer
Francisco Casares
Fray José Fray José   See fewer
Fermí Reixach
Fray Gerónimo Tostado (as Fermin Reixach) Fray Gerónimo Tostado (as Fermin Reixach)   See fewer
Julie Delpy
Virgen María Virgen María   See fewer
Abel Vitón
Fray Jacinto (as Abel Viton) Fray Jacinto (as Abel Viton)   See fewer
María Elena Flores
Superiora (as Mariaelena Flores) Superiora (as Mariaelena Flores)   See fewer
Adolfo Thous
Fray María Fray María   See fewer
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