Bad Education 2004
Pedro Almodóvar's *Bad Education* (2004) spins a haunting, semi-autobiographical tale that plunges viewers into the shadowy corridors of a Catholic boarding school in 1960s Spain.
Director: Pedro Almodóvar
Cast
Gael García Bernal
Ángel / Juan / Zahara
Fele Martínez
Enrique Goded
Daniel Giménez Cacho
Padre Manolo
Lluís Homar
Sr. Berenguer
Francisco Maestre
Padre José
Francisco Boira
Ignacio
Juan Fernández
Martín
Nacho Pérez
Young Ignacio
Raúl García Forneiro
Young Enrique
Javier Cámara
Paca / Paquito
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bad Education (2004) about?
*Bad Education* (2004) follows filmmaker Enrique Goded as he revisits his traumatic adolescence through a script written by an old friend, uncovering long-buried secrets about a Catholic boarding school's dark underbelly. The story weaves crime and drama as Enrique confronts repressed memories tied to love, betrayal, and hidden identities.
Who directed Bad Education?
Pedro Almodóvar directed *Bad Education* (2004), bringing his signature blend of emotional depth and stylish storytelling to this semi-autobiographical drama.
Who stars in Bad Education?
The film stars Gael García Bernal in a standout role, alongside Fele Martínez, Daniel Giménez Cacho, Lluís Homar, and Francisco Maestre as key figures in this gripping tale of youth and deception.
Is Bad Education (2004) worth watching?
If you appreciate Almodóvar's signature blend of drama and crime with rich thematic layers, *Bad Education* (2004) is absolutely worth watching. Though unrated on IMDb, its atmospheric storytelling and strong performances make it a standout in Almodóvar's filmography.
How long is Bad Education?
The runtime of *Bad Education* (2004) is 105 minutes.
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About Bad Education (2004) — Almodóvar's dark, semi-autobiographical drama unfolds in a Spanish boarding school
Pedro Almodóvar's *Bad Education* (2004) spins a haunting, semi-autobiographical tale that plunges viewers into the shadowy corridors of a Catholic boarding school in 1960s Spain.
The film follows filmmaker Enrique Goded as he revisits his turbulent youth through a script penned by an old friend, forcing him to confront repressed memories of innocence lost and secrets buried beneath the institution's rigid discipline. Blending drama with crime elements, Almodóvar crafts a moody, atmospheric exploration of identity, desire, and betrayal, where every glance and whispered confession feels charged with tension. With Gael García Bernal delivering a standout performance as the enigmatic protagonist, the movie lingers long after the credits roll as a meditation on art, memory, and the indelible marks of the past.
