A minimalist adaptation of Oscar Wilde's play marking Pedro Almodóvar's directorial debut.
Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases
Cinematic Introduction
The film is introduced with its title, release year, and directorial attribution to Pedro Almodóvar.
Key Events
Film Identification — Introduction of the 1978 short film title and basic metadata. Characters: Salomé, IsaacLocation: Cinematic Archive
Director Attribution — Establishment of Pedro Almodóvar as the Spanish film director. Characters: Salomé, IsaacLocation: Production Context
Source Material Reference — Identification of the film as an adaptation of Oscar Wilde's play. Characters: Salomé, IsaacLocation: Literary Context
Literary Foundations
The narrative origin is traced back to Oscar Wilde's play, establishing the adaptation framework.
Key Events
Source Material Reference — Identification of the film as an adaptation of Oscar Wilde's play. Characters: Salomé, IsaacLocation: Literary Context
Cast Listing — Presentation of the official cast roster for the production. Characters: Salomé, IsaacLocation: Credits Sequence
Protagonist Introduction — Salomé is established as the central protagonist of the narrative. Characters: SaloméLocation: Character Profile
Cast & Character Dynamics
The protagonist and supporting roles are detailed, highlighting the core performers and their narrative weights.
Key Events
Protagonist Introduction — Salomé is established as the central protagonist of the narrative. Characters: SaloméLocation: Character Profile
Supporting Cast Introduction — Isaac is introduced as a supporting figure within the story. Characters: IsaacLocation: Character Profile
Production Context — Placement of the film within the 1978 Spanish cinematic landscape. Characters: Salomé, IsaacLocation: Spanish Cinema
Production Legacy
The short film format, Spanish context, and archival references are consolidated to close the overview.
Key Events
Production Context — Placement of the film within the 1978 Spanish cinematic landscape. Characters: Salomé, IsaacLocation: Spanish Cinema
Adaptation Process — Transition of the theatrical play into a short film format. Characters: Salomé, IsaacLocation: Stage to Screen
Cinematic Format — Confirmation of the project's classification as a short film. Characters: Salomé, IsaacLocation: Film Runtime
Archival Status — Final placement of the film within external reference archives. Characters: Salomé, IsaacLocation: External References
Story Breakdown
Directorial Debut — Establishes the film as the first work by Spanish director Pedro Almodóvar.
Pedro Almodóvar — Creator and director of the short film.
First Work — Marks the beginning of the director's cinematic career.
Literary Adaptation — Transposes Oscar Wilde's theatrical play into a cinematic format.
Oscar Wilde Play — Original stage work serving as the narrative foundation.
Stage to Screen — Adaptation process converting dialogue and themes for film.
Cast Composition — Features a minimal ensemble focused on the protagonist and supporting roles.
Isabel Mestres — Portrays the central protagonist Salomé.
Agustín Almodóvar — Portrays the supporting character Isaac.
Production Context — Rooted in 1978 Spanish cinema with specific archival documentation.
Spanish Cinema — National origin and cultural backdrop of the production.
1978 Release — Year of completion and initial distribution.
Cinematic Format — Structured as a short film with concise runtime and focused narrative.
Short Film — Classification based on duration and production scope.
Minimalist Approach — Streamlined storytelling aligned with early directorial style.
Archival References — Documented through external links and citation records for preservation.
External Links — Digital pathways for accessing supplementary film data.
Citation Records — Formal references ensuring accurate historical tracking.
Short film by Almodovar, which tells the origin of the veil. Abraham, walking with Isaac, meets Salomé, who dances and demands Isaac’s head. Isaac flees but is hypnotised and returned. Abraham, about to act, hears God reveal it was a test of temptation. Salomé is a divine figure, and Abraham is instructed to have women cover themselves as a sign of respect.
