Film Lens
You Alone focuses on children and adolescents aged eight to sixteen in Madrid who attend the School of Bullfighting to learn Torear, the Art of Cúchares. Unlike previous generations, these young aspirants are motivated not by fame or fortune but by a desire to face a bull, fully aware of the life-and-death stakes involved. The documentary captures their intense dedication and the reality of mortality that accompanies bullfighting.
The film features retired bullfighters as instructors, who share their experiences and emphasize the dangers of the sport. The students are reminded of their vulnerability in the ring, and the documentary presents nude bullfighting scenes that reflect the raw vulnerability of the young bullfighters. This approach creates a powerful analogy for their experiences in the ring, contrasting their passion with the inherent risks of the art form.
Why Watch
- •Meet young bullfighters facing life-and-death stakes.
- •See retired bullfighters share their dangerous experiences.
- •Find out about the Art of Cúchares in Madrid.
Did You Know
•Children aged eight to sixteen train at the School of Bullfighting in Madrid.
•The documentary was directed by Teo Escamilla in 1984.
•The film has a duration of 95 minutes.
•Instructors are retired bullfighters marked by scars from past encounters.
Perfect For
Bullfighting enthusiastsSpanish culture fansDocumentary lovers