Pedro Almodovar has never made excuses for the actions of his characters and that is one of many reasons why his films are so interesting. His films are usually about love and how many different levels that love can come from. Even when some of the characters in his films do unspeakable things it is a way of expressing their love. The incredible dream sequence shows a man practically allowing himself to be devoured by what he believes is love. I was so glad to see Geraldine Chaplin in a supporting role. We just don't see enough of her. The performances in Almodovar's films usually have lots of close-ups with lustful and ravaged eyes. I don't think its as good as "All About My Mother" but it certainly is just as daring. That in itself is more than you can ask for.