On IMDb, David Trueba’s 2011 Spanish drama Madrid, 1987 holds a modest but telling profile. As of its most recent data, the film carries a 6.7/10 rating from several thousand user votes—a score that reflects its polarizing, art-house nature rather than mainstream appeal. The page lists key credits: director David Trueba, stars José Sacristán and María Valverde, and a runtime of 105 minutes. But the numbers only hint at the film’s true character.
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Because the film is less mainstream, it rarely lands on Netflix or Hulu. IMDb’s "Watch Now" button usually directs users to Apple TV or Vudu for a $3.99 rental. Madrid 1987 Imdb
The plot is deceptively simple. It’s 1987 in Madrid. An aging, cynical journalist and critic (José Sacristán) agrees to interview a much younger, idealistic university student (María Valverde). The interview is supposed to happen over coffee at a café. Instead, they end up alone in his friend’s cramped apartment.
When the friend locks them in and leaves with the keys, the two are stranded. No phones. No food. No escape. The only refuge? A tiny, cold bathroom. On IMDb, David Trueba’s 2011 Spanish drama Madrid,
What begins as a professional meeting quickly devolves into a power struggle, a confession booth, and eventually, a bizarre physical affair.
A Two-Hander Confined to a Bathroom
Unlike most dramas, Madrid 1987 takes place almost entirely in a tiled bathroom. This minimalist setting forces viewers to focus entirely on the characters’ words, bodies, and power shifts. Because the film is less mainstream, it rarely
Controversial Nudity as Narrative
IMDb user reviews often highlight the film’s raw nudity. But unlike erotic thrillers, here nudity is uncomfortable, vulnerable, and intellectual. The characters are naked not for seduction but for exposure — literal and metaphorical.
Generational Clash
Miguel represents old-school Franco-era intellectualism, while Ángela embodies post-Transition youth. Their arguments — about politics, sex, literature, and memory — reflect Spain’s unresolved tensions.
| Positive Feedback | Negative Feedback | |------------------|------------------| | “Brilliant dialogue and acting” | “Too slow and talky” | | “Sacristán delivers a masterclass” | “Uncomfortable power dynamics” | | “Bold and unflinching” | “Feels like a filmed play” | | “Great ending — poetic and bitter” | “Lacks visual variety” |
