Matador

Synopsis

The second of two programmes on the occasion of the thirtieth anniversary of the start of the Spanish Civil War. Five years ago he was an illiterate, penniless labourer called Manuel Benitez. Today he is 'El Cordobes', a millionaire matador who earns more than the Beatles. This documentary film looks at the daily life of this remarkable man who has become the idol of modern Spain.

CAST

Kevin Billington

Director

Alan Whicker

Narrator

Kevin Billington

Director

Alan Whicker

Narrator