Where to watch The Matador (2008)

Story

This documentary follows David Fandila, a bullfighter from Granada, Spain, who pursued his childhood ambition to become a matador, entering professional rings at just 14 years old. The film traces his journey to becoming one of Spain's most accomplished bullfighters. Through his story, the filmmakers examine bullfighting as a deeply rooted Spanish tradition while also confronting the risks and ethical questions surrounding the sport itself.

Why watch

• Explores a significant cultural practice through the lens of one performer's career
• Directed by Stephen Higgins and Nina Gilden Seavey with access to the subject
• Presents multiple perspectives on a complex and controversial tradition

Good for: Viewers interested in documentary storytelling and cultural practices, though the subject matter involves animal-related content that may not suit all audiences.