The Blind Sunflowers
2008, Spanish. Directed by José Luis Cuerda.
Orense, Spain, 1940, just after the end of the Civil War. Every time Elena locks the door of her home, she and her children become the faithful guardians of a sacred secret: Ricardo, her husband, their father, hides in the house, trying to avoid the brutal political persecution of the victors, who hunt, as if they were wild animals, and imprison or execute, those who have lost the bloody and tragic struggle…
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Spanish
- Rated
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 73 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- José Luis CuerdaDirector
- Maribel VerdúElena
- Javier CámaraRicardo
- Raúl ArévaloSalvador
- Roger PríncepLorenzo
- José Ángel EgidoRector
- Martiño RivasLalo (as Martín Rivas)
- Irene EscolarElenita
- Juan Antonio QuintanaSeñor Cueto
- Fernando RansanzDirector
- David JanerFalangista
- Ricardo de BarreiroFernández
- Miguel de LiraHermano
Details
- Released
- 29 August 2008
- Original title
- Los girasoles ciegos
- Country
- Spain
- Written by
- José Luis Cuerda, Rafael Azcona
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What The Blind Sunflowers is based on
The Blind Sunflowers is based on The Blind Sunflowers (2010) by Alberto Méndez, published by Editorial Anagrama.
2010
The Blind Sunflowers
By Alberto Méndez
Published by Editorial Anagrama
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The Blind Sunflowers: quick answers
Is The Blind Sunflowers worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 73 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Blind Sunflowers?
The Blind Sunflowers runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Does The Blind Sunflowers have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Blind Sunflowers. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Blind Sunflowers parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Blind Sunflowers yet.
Which OTT platform is The Blind Sunflowers on?
The Blind Sunflowers isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Blind Sunflowers?
If you liked The Blind Sunflowers, try Kamchatka, Cleveland Abduction, Song Without a Name.
Who directed The Blind Sunflowers?
The Blind Sunflowers (2008) was directed by José Luis Cuerda and stars Maribel Verdú, Javier Cámara, Raúl Arévalo.
What is The Blind Sunflowers based on?
The Blind Sunflowers is based on The Blind Sunflowers (2010) by Alberto Méndez, published by Editorial Anagrama.