- “Los Santos Inocentes” (1984): This film, directed by Mario Camus and based on the novel by Miguel Delibes, tells the story of a peasant family in the rural areas of Jaén.
- “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly” (1966): Although not entirely set in Jaén province, parts of this iconic spaghetti western were filmed in the beautiful landscapes of Desierto de Tabernas, which is located just outside of Jaén.
- “The Adventure of the Good Soldier Schweik” (1963): Directed by Ákos Ráthonyi, this film takes place during World War I and features scenes filmed in Jaén province.
- “Tristana” (1970): Directed by Luis Buñuel, this film portrays the story of a young woman in Toledo but also includes scenes filmed in Jaén province.
- “Viridiana” (1961): Another film by Luis Buñuel, it follows the story of a young nun who visits her uncle’s estate in the Spanish countryside, which includes scenes filmed in Jaén province.
- “1898, Our Last Men in the Philippines” (2016): This historical drama, directed by Salvador Calvo, showcases the Siege of Baler during the Philippine Revolution of 1898 and features scenes filmed in various locations in Jaén province.
- “Flaming Frontier” (1965): This western film, also known as “Minnesota Clay,” was partially filmed in Desierto de Tabernas, featuring the rugged landscapes of the Jaén province.
- “Oro” (2017): Directed by Agustín Díaz Yanes, this historical adventure film is set in the 16th century and includes scenes filmed in Jaén province.
- “The Valley of Gwangi” (1969): Although set in the United States, this fantasy film directed by Jim O’Connolly features scenes filmed in Desierto de Tabernas in Jaén province.
- “Bad Day for the Cut” (2017): While not entirely set in Jaén province, this English thriller film includes scenes filmed in the beautiful countryside of Jaén.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous films set in Spain’s Jaén province
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