ASA Belle Epoque (The Age of Beauty) (1992) a film directed by Fernando Trueba with Fernando Fernán Gómez, Jorge Sanz, Penélope Cruz, Ariadna Gil

Belle Epoque (1992) Language: Spanish Synopsis The sultry Spanish countryside, 1931. The monarchy is ending, and the army and church reign supreme over Spanish life. In this tumultuous world, a young soldier Fernando (Jorge Sanz), decides to desert the army in hopes of finding a more pleasant way to live and seeks refuge on the farm of widowed Manolo. When the farmers four beautiful daughters arrive (including Penelope Cruz), in turn they use their own unique charms to seduce (and instruct!) the handsome, exhausted yet willing young soldier. One particularly memorable tip requires a clean handkerchief! A charming, idyllic period comedy of young love and loving. Awards 1994: BAFTA: Best Foreign Language Picture 1993: Oscar: Best Foreign Language Picture 1993: Berlin Film Festival: Official Selection 1992: 9 Goya Awards, including Best Movie, Director, Actress (Ariadna Gil) 1992: Chicago Film Critics Awards: Nominated for Best Foreign Film