Broken Embraces (2009)
Critics are warmer than audiences.
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Broken Embraces is streaming in Spain on Netflix, Movistar Plus+.
What the audience says
Broken Embraces is a solid, watchable Spanish film that mostly delivers on what it promises. It holds a 7.2/10 on TMDB from 743 ratings, well above what most films manage. It runs a manageable 127 minutes. In Spain you can stream it on Netflix, Movistar Plus+.
Should you spend 2h 7m on it?
2h 7m of Spanish drama with a romance streak, not one for younger kids. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.
- Why
- 7.2/10 from 743 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you want a story that moves quickly
- Best for
- A normal night, nothing to plan around
Story
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.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 7m |
| Watch with family? | 12 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Drama / Romance |
| Language | Spanish |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Pedro Almodóvar
Cast
Where to watch in Spain
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 17 Oct 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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