Storyline

This documentary chronicles the grand ambitions of rising matador David Fandila, also known as El Fandi, as he attempts to take his place in bullfighting history as the 13th matador to defeat 100 raging bulls within the course of a single season. While the bulls themselves often prove quite dangerous -- as evidenced by a graphic goring by the horns of a particularly testy opponent -- Fandila must also contend with equally enraged animal rights activists and the shadow of a worried mother.

Plot Keywords

animal, athlete, doctor, protester, matador, mother, tense, thrilling, spain, bullfight, hospital, protest, bullfighting, man vs. beast, ambition, animal cruelty, underdog, quest, rise, 2000s

Short Review

The Matador reserves judgment while raising the core issue concerning this traditional ritual: deep, poetic cultural expression or glorified animal cruelty?

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