1868, Spain teeters on the edge of revolution but Jaime Astarloa, old-fashioned master fencer, lives in a dream-world, his ambition to perfect the irresistible sword thrust. His serenity is shattered when Adela de Otero appears at his door and he becomes the unwilling participant in dark political deeds. Wonderfully atmospheric.
(Jenny Baker - bwl 2 March 2000 ) |
