200 LIVES, PACO RABAL

For the first time, Francisco Rabal tells his own story. This extraordinary documentary uncovers previously unheard private recordings in which the actor recounts his life, memories and reflections in his own voice. This unique discovery offers unprecedented access to one of European cinema’s great figures, whose career included collaborations with Luis Buñuel, Michelangelo Antonioni, Carlos Saura and William Friedkin. Premiering at San Sebastián in the centenary year of his birth, the film is both an intimate revelation and a celebration of a true international screen legend.

From humble beginnings to becoming one of the great figures of European cinema, Francisco Rabal lived not one, but 200 lives. Marking the centenary of his birth, this documentary explores an extraordinary career shaped by talent, passion and a larger-than-life personality. Through his greatest successes, his contradictions and his private life, we discover the man behind the legend and the legacy of an unforgettable actor who left an indelible mark on cinema history.