Cruz, PenélopeOverview
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Most widely held works about
Penélope Cruz
Most widely held works by
Penélope Cruz
Volver Return
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6 editions published between 2006 and 2007 in Spanish and held by 1,741 libraries worldwide The central focus in Volver is a family of women: mother and grandmother Irene, her daughters Raimunda and Sole, and Raimunda's 14-year-old daughter Paula. Irene is dead: She died with the girls' father in a fire many years ago in their birth village in La Mancha. Raimunda lives in Madrid with Paula and her shiftless husband, who is malevolent, irrelevant, or absent. Separated Sole runs an unlicensed beauty parlor in her apartment. Their old aunt, Paula, still lives in the village and speaks about her sister Irene as if she were still alive. When the aunt dies, some things change, many things return, and Raimunda's troubles become extremely complicated. She bustles through them with passionate determination, a hard-working woman pulled in fifty directions, making a life for her family, reveling in every emotion but self-pity.
Vicky Cristina Barcelona
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4 editions published between 2008 and 2009 in English and held by 1,527 libraries worldwide Vicky is a smart, sensible brunette. Cristina is an amorous, freethinking blonde. They've just arrived in Barcelona, where they will be spending the summer. Sultry Spanish painter Juan Antonio introduces himself and immediately offers to whisk them away for a weekend of sightseeing and threesomes. But there is an ex-wife, who soon appears. Maria Elena is wildly beautiful, wildly brilliant, wildly moody, and wildly wild. There is wine, melancholy music, soulful talk of art and emotions and tales tempestuous relationships. The city is magnificent, and everybody finishes the summer a little wiser and with a lifetime of memories. What more could you ask?
G-Force
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8 editions published between 2009 and 2010 in English and Turkish and held by 1,479 libraries worldwide Armed with the latest high-tech spy equipment, a covert government program of trained guinea pigs discover that the fate of the world is in their paws. Darwin is the squad leader determined to succeed at all costs; Blaster is an outrageous weapons expert with tons of attitude and a love for all things extreme; and Juarez, a sexy martial arts pro. Joining the group is Mooch, the literal fly-on-the-wall reconnaissance expert, and star-nosed mole Speckles, the computer and information specialist. The team takes on a mission for the U.S. government to stop the evil billionaire Leonard Saber who plans to destroy the world with household appliances. Before they can accomplish their mission, the government shuts them down and they are sentenced to a pet shop. There, they encounter a myriad of other members of the animal kingdom, including the lazy Hurley and hamster Bucky. They will escape the cage to defeat the villain, stop his threat, and save the world.
Nine
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2 editions published in 2010 in English and held by 1,302 libraries worldwide Arrogant, self-centered movie director Guido Contini finds himself struggling to find meaning, purpose, and a script for his latest film endeavor. Ten days away from the start of principal filming of his latest movie--ambitiously titled "Italia"--he has no idea for the movie at all. Escaping all the pressure at a seaside resort, he thinks about the women who have shaped his life: Mamma, judgmental but affectionate; Luisa, cherished yet under appreciated wife; Claudia, actress/muse of the picture; Carla, his flashy, passionate mistress; longtime costumer Lilli; bubbly American journalist Stephanie, and Saraghina, the salacious, witchy temptress of his childhood memories.
Sahara
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5 editions published between 2005 and 2008 in English and Spanish and held by 1,284 libraries worldwide Three intrepid adventurers, including the legendary Dirk Pitt, set out to claim a massive treasure and foil the efforts of a cadre intent on world destruction.
All the pretty horses
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14 editions published between 2000 and 2006 in English and held by 1,201 libraries worldwide John Grady Cole (Damon) and his best friend Lacey Rawlins (Thomas) leave Texas, head south of the border in search of adventure, and find work as horse wranglers. But when Cole embarks on an illicit and passionate affair with the beautiful daughter (Cruz) of the wealthy ranch owner who is his employer, events are set in motion which forever change the lives of all involved.
Todo sobre mi madre
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6 editions published between 2000 and 2009 in Spanish and held by 1,139 libraries worldwide Manuela is the perfect mother. A hard-working nurse, she's built a comfortable life for herself and her teenage son. But when tragedy strikes and her son is killed in a car accident, her world crumbles.
Vanilla sky
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1 edition published in 2002 in English and held by 1,008 libraries worldwide In this steamy, intriguingly complex, psychological thriller the line between reality and fantasy is hopelessly blurred. David tries to make sense of his life after a car crash leaves his once-handsome face grotesquely disfigured. After he is placed into a psychiatric penitentiary for a murder he doesn't remember committing, David's only hope is to delve into the depths of his subconscious mind where the answer to ending his living nightmare lies in his dreams.
Elegy
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10 editions published between 2008 and 2009 in 4 languages and held by 977 libraries worldwide Cultural critic David Kepesh finds his state of 'emancipated manhood' thrown into tragic disarray. David is a renowned college professor whose life is turned inside out when he becomes involved in a passionate relationship with Consuela. Consuela is a well-mannered student who awakens a sense of sexual possessiveness in her teacher. As their sexual relationship evolves, an incredible love story is born.
Los abrazos rotos Broken embraces
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2 editions published in 2010 in Spanish and held by 864 libraries worldwide Harry Caine, a blind writer, reaches this moment in time when he has to heal his wounds from 14 years back. He was then still known by his real name, Mateo Blanco, and directing his last movie.
Blow
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2 editions published between 2001 and 2007 in English and held by 821 libraries worldwide Based on the true story of George Jung. This is an uncompromising look at the rise and fall of the man who became the largest importer of Colombia cocaine to the United States in the 1970's.
Gothika
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12 editions published between 2003 and 2009 in English and Spanish and held by 799 libraries worldwide A criminal psychologist is accused of the murder of her husband, a charge she is unable to defend herself against due to her deteriorating sanity.
Captain Corelli's mandolin
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2 editions published in 2002 in English and held by 771 libraries worldwide In 1941, on a remote Greek island, an Italian artillery garrison is established to maintain order. One Italian officer, Captain Corelli, adopts an attitude of mutual co-existence with the Greeks and engages in such activities as music festivals and courting the daughter of a local doctor. In 1943, however, after Italy surrenders to the Allies and changes sides in the war, Captain Corelli must defend the Greek island against a German invasion.
Abre los ojos Open your eyes
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16 editions published between 1997 and 2007 in 4 languages and held by 719 libraries worldwide "In this steamy, intriguingly complex, psychological thriller the line between reality and fantasy is hopelessly blurred. César tries to make sense of his life after a car crash leaves his once-handsome face grotesquely disfigured. After he is placed into a psychiatric penitentiary for a murder he doesn't remember committing, César's only hope is to delve into the depths of his subconscious mind where the answer to ending his living nightmare lies in his dreams."--Container.
Belle epoque
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3 editions published between 1994 and 2003 in Spanish and held by 661 libraries worldwide Fernando, a handsome, young Spanish Civil War deserter who befriends a free-thinking artist, finds himself in a romantic dilemma when the artist's four beautiful daughters return to their country home. Which woman should he love?
All about my mother
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32 editions published between 1999 and 2010 in 5 languages and held by 561 libraries worldwide Manuela is the perfect mother. A hard-working nurse, she's built a comfortable life for herself and her teenage son. But when tragedy strikes and her son is killed in a car accident, her world crumbles.
Bandidas
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9 editions published between 2006 and 2007 in 4 languages and held by 532 libraries worldwide Determined to avenge the deaths of their fathers, Sara Sandoval and Maria Alvarez vow to seize the ill-gotten gains of robber baron Tyler Jackson. With the help of a retired bank robber and a jittery criminologist, these two beauties become unlikely outlaws, blazing a trail of larcey acress Mexico.
Noel
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3 editions published in 2005 in English and held by 517 libraries worldwide Five strangers lives intertwine on Christmas Eve to tell a story of companionship, love, and healing which unfolds against the backdrop of New York City. A delightful tale of redemption, faith, and the joy of living; proving miracles are closer than you think.
Vanilla sky
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19 editions published between 1999 and 2008 in 5 languages and held by 499 libraries worldwide In this steamy, intriguingly complex, psychological thriller the line between reality and fantasy is hopelessly blurred. David tries to make sense of his life after a car crash leaves his once-handsome face grotesquely disfigured. After he is placed into a psychiatric penitentiary for a murder he doesn't remember committing, David's only hope is to delve into the depths of his subconscious mind where the answer to ending his living nightmare lies in his dreams.
Woman on top
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19 editions published between 2000 and 2005 in 5 languages and held by 458 libraries worldwide Isabella is a gorgeous chef who melts the palates and hearts of men everywhere. When she decides to break free from her rocky marriage and move to San Francisco, she discovers the perfect recipe for coming out on top, her own hit cooking show. But then her ex-husband comes to town, shaking her world again. more
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Action and adventure films Comedy films Drama DVD-Video discs Espionage Families Feature films Feature films Fiction films Film adaptations Films for the hearing impaired Good and evil Greece Grief Guinea pigs Heroes History Horse industry Household appliances Italy Love Man-woman relationships Middle-aged men Midlife crisis Military campaigns Mothers and daughters Mothers and sons Motion picture industry Motion picture producers and directors Murder Musical films Pet shops Pitt, Dirk (Fictitious character) Psychology Romance films Romantic comedy films Sahara Sisters Spain Spain--Barcelona Spain--Madrid Spies Thrillers (Motion pictures) Traffic accidents Treasure troves United States Video recordings Video recordings--for the hearing impaired Women World War (1939-1945)
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Alternative Names
Cruz, Penelope 1974-
Cruz Sánchez, Penélope 1974-....
Sánchez, Penélope Cruz 1974-
Languages
Spanish
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English (247) German (80) French (60) Italian (26) Undetermined (22) Multiple languages (16) No Linguistic content (12) Turkish (4) Russian (1) Catalan (1) Covers
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