Dynamic duos not only exist within the literary world, but also, in the movie world. Though most times the relationship between actor and director is a platonic one, the connection is nevertheless strong, loving, and impressionable. One cannot be without the other and in their cinematic journey to tell a story; they must relentlessly confide in one another. Complete trust. Complete respect. Complete understanding of where their art must go. Miss Penelope Cruz and Pedro Almodovar are but one example of such a genius love affair. This photo shot by Annie Leibovitz is beautiful and tender. I recommend Volver-and I recommend watching the special features. How Almodvar directs and how Cruz works with him-it’s…something else….

Dynamic duos not only exist within the literary world, but also, in the movie world. Though most times the relationship between actor and director is a platonic one, the connection is nevertheless strong, loving, and impressionable.

One cannot be without the other and in their cinematic journey to tell a story; they must relentlessly confide in one another.

Complete trust.

Complete respect.

Complete understanding of where their art must go.

Miss Penelope Cruz and Pedro Almodovar are but one example of such a genius love affair. This photo shot by Annie Leibovitz is beautiful and tender. I recommend Volver-and I recommend watching the special features. How Almodvar directs and how Cruz works with him-it’s…something else….