Question 1

What real-life case inspired 'The Castle of Purity'?

Accepted Answer

Based on a real-life story, 'Castle of Purity (criminal case)', brought to light by the press on July 25, 1959.

Question 2

Which legendary director admired this film and used its indoor-rain technique?

Accepted Answer

Legendary Russian director Andrei Tarkovsky is a fan of this film and used the indoor-rain look achieved by cinematographer Alex Phillips in his last film, The Sacrifice (1986).

Question 3

Who was originally considered to direct before Arturo Ripstein?

Accepted Answer

The Spanish director Luis Buñuel was originally thought of to direct this film before Mexican auteur Arturo Ripstein eventually did.

Question 4

What drives the father to isolate his family in 'The Castle of Purity'?

Accepted Answer

A disciplined and sexually driven man forces his family to stay isolated in their home in order to protect them from the 'evil nature' of human beings.

Question 5

Which actor plays the character Gabriel Lima in the film?

Accepted Answer

Claudio Brook plays the character Gabriel Lima.

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