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Drama Cannes 2019 · Best Actor

Pain and Glory

Directed by Pedro Almodóvar · 2019 ·

Short answer

Is Pain and Glory worth watching?

Yes. Pain and Glory (2019) earns an 85% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics (97%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (84%). See the 4 inputs.

85%
Celluloid Score Recommended

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97% Editorial Rating
84% Audience snapshot · excluded
85 Metascore
★★★★☆ Letterboxd 4.1
7.5 IMDb /10
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Runtime
1h 53m
Age rating
R (US) · 15 (UK) · A (India) · M18 (Singapore) · 18 (South Korea)
Cast
Antonio Banderas , Asier Etxeandia , Penélope Cruz
Country
Spain
Language
Spanish

Also known as Dolor y gloria Douleur et Gloire Leid und Herrlichkeit Dor e Glória ペイン・アンド・グローリー 페인 앤 글로리 痛苦与荣耀 痛苦與榮耀

🏆 3 award wins · 1 nomination — Won Best Film, Goya Awards 2020

Where to watch

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South Korea Wavve

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Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (97/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (84%).
  • Metascore signals universal acclaim (85/100).
  • Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4.1/5).
  • Celluloid Score 85% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

Best for

  • Viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick
  • Critics' darlings — stronger with reviewers than general viewers

Not ideal for

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    Is Pain and Glory worth watching?

    Yes — Pain and Glory earns an 85% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick. Read our full review (4.5/5).

    Celluloid verdict

    Almodóvar's most autobiographical work is reflective, sensual, and quietly devastating.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics (97%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (84%).

    What is Pain and Glory about?

    An aging filmmaker reflects on his childhood, addictions, and lost loves while reconciling with the pain that fed his art.

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    Critic Reviews

    Short review 4 min read English Pain and Glory

    Pain and Glory (2019) Review: Almodóvar Looks Inward

    Pain and Glory is Pedro Almodóvar's tender, semi-autobiographical drama about an ailing film director, with Antonio Banderas giving the performance of his life.

    Yes. It is Almodóvar's most personal and quietly moving film, essential for fans of his work and for anyone drawn to films about memory, art and ageing.

    Kaiser Khan Founder & Editor

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    Pain and Glory: frequently asked questions

    Is Pain and Glory worth watching?

    Yes. Pain and Glory (2019) has a Celluloid Score of 85%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

    Where can I watch Pain and Glory?

    In the United States you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: U-NEXT in Japan; Wavve in South Korea. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is Pain and Glory?

    Pain and Glory runs 1 hour 53 minutes (113 minutes).

    What is Pain and Glory rated?

    Pain and Glory is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, A in India, M18 in Singapore and 18 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in Pain and Glory?

    Pain and Glory is directed by Pedro Almodóvar and stars Antonio Banderas, Asier Etxeandia, Penélope Cruz.

    What is the Metascore for Pain and Glory?

    Metacritic's Metascore for Pain and Glory is 85 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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