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Broken Embraces(2009)
Status: Released
Date: 2009-03-18
71%
691 Votes
Time: 2h 7m
Passion, obsession, wealth, jealousy, family, guilt, and creativity.
Overview:
Harry Caine, a blind writer, reaches this moment in time when he has to heal his wounds from 14 years back. He was then still known by his real name, Mateo Blanco, and directing his last movie.
Languages: English, Spanish.
Countries:
Spain
Budget: $18,000,000.00
Revenue: $30,991,660.00
ProductionCompanies: 
Movie: Broken Embraces
Top 10 Billed Cast
Penélope Cruz
Lena
Lluís Homar
Mateo Blanco / Harry Caine
Blanca Portillo
Judit García
José Luis Gómez
Ernesto Martel
Rubén Ochandiano
Ray X
Tamar Novas
Diego
Ángela Molina
Lena's Mother
Chus Lampreave
Concierge
Kiti Mánver
Madame Mylene
Lola Dueñas
Lip Reader
Video Trailer Broken Embraces
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