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Simon of the Desert(1965)
Status: Released
Date: 1965-08-27
76%
223 Votes
Time: 0h 45m
Sacrifice and Temptation
Overview:
Simon, a deeply religious man living in the 4th century, wants to be nearer to God so he climbs a column. The Devil wants him come down to Earth and is trying to seduce him.
Languages: Spanish.
Countries:
Mexico
ProductionCompanies:
Sindicato de Trabajadores de la Producción Cinematográfica (STPC)
Movie: Simon of the Desert
Top 10 Billed Cast
Claudio Brook
Simón
Silvia Pinal
The Devil
Enrique Álvarez Félix
Brother Matías
Francisco Reiguera
The Devil as an Old Witch
Luis Aceves Castañeda
Priest
Antonio Bravo
Priest
Enrique García Álvarez
Eduardo MacGregor
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