Goya's Ghosts

Goya's Ghosts

Directed by Miloš Forman

Produced by Xuxa Producciones S.L., The Saul Zaentz Company

2006114 min6.6 / 10

A dark historical drama exploring art, faith, and moral compromise amid the brutality of the Spanish Inquisition.

Painter Francisco Goya becomes involved with the Spanish Inquisition after his muse, Inés, is arrested by the church for heresy. Her family turns to him, hoping that his connection with fanatical Inquisitor Lorenzo, whom he is painting, can secure her release.

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  • Is Goya's Ghosts sad? Yes, very. More sad than 96% of films.

  • Is Goya's Ghosts scary? Yes. More frightening than 82% of films.

  • Does Goya's Ghosts end with hope? Barely. Less hopeful than 80% of films.

  • Is Goya's Ghosts violent? Somewhat. More violent than 68% of films.

  • Is Goya's Ghosts easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.

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Familiar shape, done well.

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