directed by: Alex de la Iglesia, year: 2010
actors: Carlos Areces, Antonio de la Torre, Carolina Bang

Balada triste de trompeta (The Last Circus) is a dark, surreal tragedy set in Franco’s Spain. Two rival clowns in a traveling circus become entangled in a brutal love triangle and escalating violence as political tyranny intrudes on their art. One clown seeks fame through reckless bravado, the other thrives on fear and dominance. The film blends black comedy, grotesque spectacle, and tragic romance to explore obsession, cruelty, and survival. Alex de la Iglesia crafts a flamboyant, violent, visually striking fable.

Circus, Drama, Dark Comedy, Historical Drama, Circus Themed