A Philosopher in the Arena

A Philosopher in the Arena

"They reflect on mankind’s relationship with animals and nature, but most importantly on our relationship with death and the meaning of the ultimate journey: life itself."

After his retirement, french philosopher and bullfighting enthusiast Francis Wolff decides to embark on a journey to France, Spain and Mexico joined by two mexican filmmakers who hardly know anything about bullfighting, a culture whose days seem to be numbered. During their road trip, they encounter numerous personalities with whom they reflect on mankind’s relationship with animals and nature, but most importantly on our relationship with death and the meaning of the ultimate journey: life itself.

Release Date

February 1, 2019

Status

Released

Original Title

Un Filósofo en la Arena

Runtime

1h 45min

Budget

Revenue

Language

Spanish, French

Production Companies

Santa Lucía Cine