De sable et de sang 1988

Bullfighting, music, medicine, change, and homoerotic possibilities mix in this study of friendship. Francisco is a bullfighter on his way up, so focused even sex doesn't hold his interest. After a minor road accident, he meets a doctor, Manuel, who attends a bullfight, leaving early, retching. His wife, who is also his partner in a string quartet, worries about him: Manuel has a history of breakdown. Manuel, for his part, hates bullfighting and the memories it brings of Franco's Spain. His harsh views undermine Francisco's focus. He accompanies the young fighter to Spain for an important corrida. Will Francisco succeed? And what becomes of this friendship?

Cast:

Sami Frey
Manuel Vasquez 

Patrick Catalifo
Francisco Jimenez 

André Dussollier
Emilio 

Clémentine Célarié
Marion 

María Casares
Dolores 

• Sand and Blood